Are you too busy to workout? C'mon.....

I’m Too Busy to Workout—What Can I Do?

Well, first thing what are your goals? If its fat loss then you need to find time, it takes some effort. Before anything you have to make sure you’re eating correctly. You need to watch your diet when you’re unable to be as active. As you get older, your metabolism slows down, and this means you’ll put (fat) weight on more quickly and easily if you’re not focused. Try these tips…

My number one tip is keeping a Food Journal –sorry but it works, especially in the beginning of a fitness plan.

Hey, I asked about working out………

Yes but FOOD FIRST.

Your workouts must count. If you’re limited for time, choose weights not running or aerobics. Meaning resistance training 2 or 3 times a week must be full body workouts and Interval training. It’s crucial to make the most of the 2 or 3 sessions you do have, try to push yourself as hard as you can without jeopardizing good form.

If you normally snack on unhealthy foods, it might be a good idea to make changes. Replace your snacks with low glycemic vegetables like fresh celery, radishes, cabbage, cucumbers, zucchini, broccoli, or cauliflower. The fiber in the raw vegetables will fill you up and you’ll be cutting calories.

Find ways to stay active and to keep that body moving!

• Park your car further away than you normally do at work and then walk into the building.
• Take the stairs whenever there’s an option.
• Walk someplace where you’d normally drive.
• When you’re shopping in a mall walk around the entire mall first.
• Take your dog for a small walk in the evening.
• Find a once-a-week class that you enjoy.

I know in this day and age, we’re all busy. And for some of us exercise takes a back seat. But taking care of yourself, MUST BE A PRIORITY!

Some of the benefits of exercise:

Gain More Energy
Improves your Mood
Combat Chronic Diseases
Improves your Cardiovascular Health
Reduces the Risk of Cancer
Improves your Self-Esteem
Stronger Muscles
Better Looking Skin
Increased Brain Power
Less Sick Days

If that doesn't give you enough reasons to find time for exercise I don’t know what will.

Now here’s Heidi, she literally doesn’t have enough time to fit in exercise, full-time job, with a husband and two young children. Sound familiar? Perfect excuse to pull out the no-time card. Not Heidi, she normally works out at 6am. Yes 6am!!! Not ideal, but she’s found that balance.

This week was Take your Trainer to work week. Great work Heidi!

Keep Training!