I am recovering from a concussion. It’s been a while and I need to get active again, but if I overdo it (elliptical, more than about 15-20 minutes on a bicycle, etc.) I get strain headaches and basically take a step back in my recovery. What ideas do you have for simple, low-impact workouts ranging from 8 to 30 minutes?

Avoid exercises in involving jumping, slow paced workout involving hold a stance and moving slowly might work better.
Try out a few different types of exercises involving different techniques (pushups, planks, jumping jacks, stretching etc..) too see which types you are comfortable doing and which ones take a toll on ur body. Try out different spank ratios of time setup like 40sec exercise, 10secs break so on so fortnto check which work best for long term and doesnt affect u for finshing the whole workout

It's great that you're prioritizing your recovery! Here are some low-impact workout ideas:

1. Walking: Start with short walks and gradually increase duration as you feel comfortable.
2. Swimming or water aerobics: Provides excellent low-impact cardio and muscle strengthening.
3. Yoga or gentle stretching: Focus on improving flexibility and balance without straining your head.
4. Pilates: Helps strengthen your core muscles and improve posture.
5. Bodyweight exercises: Include exercises like squats, lunges, and push-ups, but be mindful of any strain on your head.
6. Stationary biking: Stick to shorter sessions and adjust the intensity to avoid triggering headaches.
7. Tai chi or Qigong: These gentle martial arts focus on slow, controlled movements that can improve strength, flexibility, and balance.

Remember to listen to your body and stop if you experience any discomfort or headaches. Gradually increase the intensity and duration of your workouts as you continue to recover.