Sneak It In

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What can I do if I don't have time to work out?

Sneak It In

It can be difficult for busy moms to find time for the recommended four to five 30-minute workouts per week. Nevertheless, women's fitness is vital to a healthy lifestyle and there are ways to sneak in a few moves throughout the day that will get your heart pumping even on those days that you can't get to the gym.

  • Play with your kids! Have races, play tag, organize a game of kickball or soccer, go swimming at your local pool. As you know, kids are constantly moving and full of energy, so take a hint from them and let yourself go.
  • Keep you posture in check. While sitting at your computer, suck in your abs and hold your shoulders back. Keeping your posture in check strengthens your core muscles.
  • Get a pair of hand weights or a weighted exercise ball and use it during commercial breaks while watching TV.
  • If you have small children, push them in a stroller while you walk. The added resistance will give you even more of a work out.
  • Ask a trainer at womens fitness centers to help you compile a 10-minute workout that you can use when you don't have time to hit the gym.
  • Get your heart pumping while doing chores outside. Chores such as mowing the lawn, raking leaves and shoveling are excellent ways to burn calories and get things done.

   

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