Tools for Working Out with a Busy Schedule:
January 25, 2021
We all struggle getting our workouts in when we have a busy week. Before we create that habit it's all about figuring out how to get motivated to get there.
These are my top 4 tips to get started:
Get IN your workout clothes BEFORE you leave the office (or before the work day ends if you're at home):
Getting ready and pumped on the drive home or for the last 30 minutes of work is essential for getting into that mindset before heading to the gym/doing your home workout.
Get pumped:
Make a playlist that you're so EXCITED about! If you're doing a cardio session or LISS (Low Intensity Steady State) Training - have a podcast, comedy show, or audio book at the ready. I've run 9 miles before strictly because of the comedy show I was listening to. I've done a few extra reps and jumped a little higher because of a kick a** song I was playing.
Workout in the morning: Either go for a short walk to start your day off right and train later OR get your training session in first thing! Sleep in your workout clothes if you have to so you can get up and get going (then shower and change ;) ). Get those endorphins and blood pumping FIRST THING!
Make it clear to those around you:
Tell them in the morning or the day before your workout plan. Let them know, "After work, I'm going to walk in and start my workout right away. I'm not trying to be rude I just want to get it done so I can spend the rest of the night with you having fun and eating dinner!". This will help keep you accountable as well. "Didn't you say you were going to workout this morning?"
