8 Minute Workout
Losing Body Fat
Let's face it. Most of us are working long hours and at the end of the day, we want to just kick back, watch some TV, or enjoy a movie and relax! Exercise is not on our short list of desirable activities – we're too worn out. No matter how many times
your doctor may chastise you for not getting enough exercise for your health, it's a tough sell. Although you know that the doctor is right, few of us follow through. However, here we've got some easy ways to get some exercise in. What's the solution? The 8 minute workout is perfect.
Think about it. You can hardly eat breakfast, check your email, or get your kids out of bed in 8 minutes. It isn't a long period of time. So it's easy to see that an 8 minute workout can be easily squeezed in, no matter how busy you may be. You'll find that, once you get started, the most difficulty you'll experience is in making the commitment to keep doing it. Once you've determined to follow through, you'll come to look forward to your 8 minute workouts. Here are some suggestions that fill the bill admirably.
Make a list of the health benefits you'll reap from your 8 minute workouts and then post it on the fridge, bathroom mirror, or wherever it'll be in your face. Be sure to include these: increased energy and strength, weight and fat loss, toning of muscles, and an improved circulatory and respiratory system. I'm sure you can think of more benefits to add to this list!
Plan for four 8 minute workouts daily. It's not nearly as difficult as you might imagine. Walk to the local store, instead of driving. Ride your bicycle around the block a couple of times before your morning shower. If you live close enough to bike to work, you can save money on gas and, depending on the distance, squeeze in two or three 8 minute workouts going to and from work. If you use public transportation to get around, get off a few stops before your destination and walk the rest of the way. Do you work in a tall office building? Get off the elevator a few floors below your office and take the stairs. Park far away in the corporate parking lot and walk. You get the idea. There are so many ways to fit some 8 minute workouts into your daily schedule.
Whether your goal is to lose weight, firm up a bit, or just a general desire to improve your health, a regular workout routine is enhanced when you make a few good dietary changes. If a big juicy burger or steak is your normal dinner choice, try substituting a big chef's salad a couple of times a week, with all the healthy trimmings. The great thing about salads is you can make them as big as you want, without gaining an ounce, while getting your fiber, protein and antioxidant-rich produce in one shot. You'll also feel satisfied with the amount of food, since fiber is filling and puts those hunger pangs to rest.
You can see that following these three simple steps isn't that tough. The results accrue daily. Next time you visit your doctor, you're likely to see a decrease in your blood pressure, a better looking body, better cholesterol levels, and a reduction in weight. Your complexion will be more vibrant and you'll definitely feel increased vitality. There's no good reason to pass up on all of these benefits! 8 minutes is all it takes!
