How many times have you
told yourself that you'd exercise and get fit, if only you had the time? If I
had a dollar for time I've heard the I-don't-have-time excuse… New and exciting
research is coming out in favor of shorter, more intense workouts. The old way
of exercising at a slow speed, for long periods of time, is over and done.
Short and intense exercise sessions that utilize High Intensity Interval
Training get you better results with way less time invested. So there goes the
time crunch excuse. You don't need to spend hours in the gym to get amazing
results. A simple 30 minute workout, done right, is all you need.
So what does this magical 30 minute workout consist of?
As mentioned above, there's a little secret in the fitness world called High Intensity Interval Training. This means rather than doing the same cardio exercise your entire workout, you'd alternate between short, high-intensity bursts of exercise with slower, low-intensity periods of recovery.
The research makes it clear that this method of training burns more calories and builds fitness quicker with less time invested.
Not long ago, elite athletes were the only ones benefiting from this method of training, but now the cat is out of the bag, and everyone is open to reap the rewards of interval training. And you don't even need fancy equipment or special training to start seeing results with interval training.
So how long should your intervals be? The answer is, it doesn't really matter.
There are no real hard-and-fast rules with interval length. Varying lengths bring varying benefits, so it's important to find which length works best for you.
Beginners should aim for no more than 30 seconds of high-intensity bursts. If you're feeling strong and are in good shape, then go ahead and push yourself a bit longer.
An interval-training workout involves four variables that can be modified to meet your goals: intensity of intervals, duration of intervals, duration of recovery intervals, and the number of interval repetitions.
Interval training can be casual, spur of the moment bursts of activity depending on how you're feeling that day or if you're working towards a specific sports or fitness goal then you can take a more sophisticated, scientific approach.
The simplest example of interval training for walking would be to add short bursts of jogging or alternate slower walking with brisk walking. If you walk outdoors, then jog or walk faster between certain landmarks such as mailboxes or street signs, then slow down for a short distance. The more popular, and effective, form of interval training includes alternating between resistance training exercises and high intensity cardio exercises.
So it turns out that we all really do have enough time to get an effective workout each day…and that old excuse about not having time is no longer going to work.
If you have a fitness or fat loss goal that you'd like to achieve, please feel free to reach out to me. I'm here to help you reach your goals.
Call or email today to get started on a fitness program that will get you to your goal quicker.
You and I both know you have enough time for that!
So what does this magical 30 minute workout consist of?
As mentioned above, there's a little secret in the fitness world called High Intensity Interval Training. This means rather than doing the same cardio exercise your entire workout, you'd alternate between short, high-intensity bursts of exercise with slower, low-intensity periods of recovery.
The research makes it clear that this method of training burns more calories and builds fitness quicker with less time invested.
Not long ago, elite athletes were the only ones benefiting from this method of training, but now the cat is out of the bag, and everyone is open to reap the rewards of interval training. And you don't even need fancy equipment or special training to start seeing results with interval training.
So how long should your intervals be? The answer is, it doesn't really matter.
There are no real hard-and-fast rules with interval length. Varying lengths bring varying benefits, so it's important to find which length works best for you.
Beginners should aim for no more than 30 seconds of high-intensity bursts. If you're feeling strong and are in good shape, then go ahead and push yourself a bit longer.
An interval-training workout involves four variables that can be modified to meet your goals: intensity of intervals, duration of intervals, duration of recovery intervals, and the number of interval repetitions.
Interval training can be casual, spur of the moment bursts of activity depending on how you're feeling that day or if you're working towards a specific sports or fitness goal then you can take a more sophisticated, scientific approach.
The simplest example of interval training for walking would be to add short bursts of jogging or alternate slower walking with brisk walking. If you walk outdoors, then jog or walk faster between certain landmarks such as mailboxes or street signs, then slow down for a short distance. The more popular, and effective, form of interval training includes alternating between resistance training exercises and high intensity cardio exercises.
So it turns out that we all really do have enough time to get an effective workout each day…and that old excuse about not having time is no longer going to work.
If you have a fitness or fat loss goal that you'd like to achieve, please feel free to reach out to me. I'm here to help you reach your goals.
Call or email today to get started on a fitness program that will get you to your goal quicker.
You and I both know you have enough time for that!
Use these tips to increase
the intensity of your workouts:
· Add Some Resistance. Lunges, squats, hip bridges and
even sit-ups can all be made more intense with some added resistance. A set of
dumbbells, kettle bells, sand bags, medicine balls or resistance bands would do
the trick. Pay attention to when the resistance starts to feel too easy, and
add weights accordingly.
· Increase Your Speed. If you think you could go
faster, then do it. The more that you push yourself during your sprinting
intervals, the quicker and more stunning your results will be. Remember, you
can do anything for just a few seconds.
· Lengthen Your Intervals. If your workout is starting
to feel less challenging then add a few seconds to your intense intervals.
Start by adding 5 seconds and go up from there.
· Do New
Exercises. For the best results, never do the same workout twice. There are
many of small changes that can be made to keep a routine fresh and new. Swap
out burpees for high knees, mountain climbers for jump squats and so on.
Best Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
Eating plenty of vegetables will help you cleanse. Here's an awesome recipe for roasted broccoli and cauliflower that is quick to make and tastes great. Serve this with a piece of lean meat for a well-balanced, fitness approved meal. Makes: 4 Servings
Here's what you need…
- 1 bunch broccoli
- 1 bunch cauliflower
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- dash of sea salt
- dash of pepper
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- juice from 1 lemon
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly grease a large baking sheet with olive oil.
- Wash the broccoli and cauliflower heads and then pat dry. It's important to dry thoroughly so that it will roast properly. Cut into small florets.
- In a medium bowl combine the florets, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic cloves. Toss until well combined and then spread over the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from oven once the florets are tender with crispy bottoms.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the cooked florets and serve immediately.
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