No More Excuses
As a fitness professional what do you think is the number one excuse I hear day in and day out as to why people do not exercise? It’s not a trick question we have all used the excuse time and time again, “I just do not have enough time, or I am to busy.” Yes I too have been guilty of it at times. If I were to eliminate that excuse from your repertoire would you commit to an exercise program? Great, because the information I am about to give will take away that excuse, and give you no reason to not get in quality workouts five or six days a week.
Reason #1
There is no excuse as to why you can not devote 15 minute of uninterrupted time to your workout. We all know we can spare 15 minutes a day. You can even exercise while watching your favorite TV show on the living room floor, first thing in the morning before you read the paper or have your coffee, or before you take your evening shower. So there is no excuse, and we can all agree that 15 minutes a day of exercise is a whole lot better then no exercise at all.
Reason #2
Once you start seeing results from your new exercise routine, it is highly likely that you will start to extend your sessions, and or do 15 minutes in the morning and 15 in the evening. The key is that you will be consistent, and consistency gets results.
Reason #3
A lot of us have lost weight by only dieting or watching what we eat, but not exercising at the same time. If you were to watch what you eat and get in a quick 15 minute workout 5 days a week, could you see how you would get some awesome results.
Throw out the old excuse of I am to busy to exercise, or I just don’t have time. It simply is not true. We make time for the things that are important to us. Starting today I’m asking you to put your body, health, and well being first and devote at least 15 minutes a day to exercise. Good Luck!
Here is a sample 15 minute workout, and as always before starting an exercise routine check with your physician to insure you body can handle it. In the beginning move at your own pace and push yourself a little harder with each workout.
High Intensity 15 Minute Workout
Dumbbell Squat Press: Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level. First lower down into a squat position. Make sure that your knees do not go past 90 degrees. Exhale as you press the dumbbells overhead while you straighten your legs and return to the starting position. Complete 12-15 repetitions.
Run in place as fast as you can or do and imaginary jump rope for 30 seconds.
Dumbbell Lunge and Curl: Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand down at your sides. Exhale as you lunge forward with your right leg and curl the dumbbells up toward your chest. Make sure that your knee does not go past 90 degrees. Inhale as you return to the starting position and repeat on the other side. Complete 12-15 repetitions.
Run in place as fast as you can or do and imaginary jump rope for 30 seconds.
Dumbbell Bent Over Rows: Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand. Bend your knees and lean forward from your waist, keeping your back flat. Exhale as you drive your elbows back and squeeze your shoulder blades together. Inhale as you return to the starting position. Complete 12-15 repetitions.
Run in place as fast as you can or do and imaginary jump rope for 30 seconds.
V-Ups: Sit on the edge of a chair or bench and lean back. Exhale as you drive your knees in toward your chest, squeezing your abdominal muscles. Inhale as you lower your knees back down with control. Complete 15-20 repetitions.
Run in place as fast as you can or do and imaginary jump rope for 30 seconds.
There are no rules when it comes to exercise a body in motion is burning calories, anything is better then seating on the coach and eating. Be safe, creative, and have fun with your workouts. For additional assistance with a program design I can be reached at Empower Fitness Training Visalia, CA.
Andy Salazar (Owner)
Empower Fitness Training, Visalia, CA
(559)636-3488
www.empowerfitnesstraining.com
