Tuesday, October 07, 2008

Who Has Time?

You do. No matter how crammed your schedule appears to be. We can’t always make it to the gym for a workout. That’s the way life is. So, what do you do when you are faced with a packed full day planner and you need to get a workout in? You improvise of course. Here are some easy suggestions:

• If you live or work in a multistory building, skip the elevator and take the stairs. If you work in a high rise, take the elevator partially up and then take the stairs.
• Add some cardio to your morning routine with a run around the neighborhood or a quick jump-rope session!  Working out in the morning is also a great way to wake yourself up and boost your energy for the entire day. Set your alarm 20 minutes early to get in a quick shot of natural energy.
• When your kids head off to bed, do some circuit training exercises. When little Jimmy’s sleeping, you won’t be distracted. Less distractions = more focused work out.
• Get creative and put common household items, such as soup cans or water bottles, to use as exercise equipment. Putting away groceries just got a whole lot more fun.

No more excuses. Just get out there and move that bod.