We all have busy and hectic schedules that make it difficult for us to exercise. When I find my time limited, I modify my workouts with either circuit training or I focus on the large muscle groups. This is a way to get the most training in the lest amount of time.
Doing a circuit workout allows you to do a full body strength and conditioning workout in a limited amount of time. The trick is to allow short rest periods between stations, thereby maximizing the cardio activity while also getting the benefits of resistance training. Anyone that has done circuit training can testify to how intense and challenging it can be. The exercises or stations for circuit training are generally alternated between upper and lower body to allow for recovery time. But you can mix it up how ever you like to make it more or less challenging.
Another workout that I do when time is limited is to train large muscles only; legs, back, and chest. Because these muscles have more muscle fiber, when you train them your body excerpts more energy which in turn will power your metabolism. Not only while you are exercising, but also while you are resting. This will lead to an improvement in muscle conditioning and metabolism which will create lower body fat and an overall lean appearance.
These are just a few things that I do, but the real key is to decide that exercise is important and to find a way to incorporate it into your day. Remember, just keep exercising! Thanks for your ear and keep reading!
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