It can be difficult to integrate healthy eating and exercise into a hectic schedule, but there are some easy things you can do to make it easier.
These suggestions from sports nutrition specialists Bulk (bulk.com) on how to keep active and healthy during a hectic work week.
You could think that driving to work will save you more time than walking because it only takes a few steps to get there.
However, you’ll need to schedule additional time for exercise before or after work if you spend a significant amount of the day sitting down and doing nothing active.
Based on a five-day work week, if you walk for 15 minutes to work and 15 minutes to return, you will reach the suggested weekly goal of 150 minutes of moderate exercise.Even if you use public transportation, you can modify your morning route by picking a bus stop or train station that is a little bit farther away from your house or place of employment. You might designate a particular location in your home for workouts to save time waiting in the gym during busy times for open machines.
If weightlifting is your preferred form of exercise, consider buying some dumbbells or kettlebells to take the place of any gym equipment you could use.
If getting your heart rate up is your first priority, add burpees, squat leaps, and jumping jacks to your workout or even go for a run outside.Evaluate which days work best for you and stick to this so you become comfortable with the routine.
By choosing a weekend day to exercise, you require less time during your working week to fit in a workout.While it’s suggested that you do 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week, it’s recommended to exercise for around 75 minutes a week if you partake in vigorous activities like running or cycling.
You can opt for a workout on a Saturday morning to feel energised for the weekend and designate just one other day of the week to meet the suggested exercise guidelines.
