Lunch Break Workout Tips
Do you wake up with the determination to fit in a workout only to find that there just doesn't seem to be enough time? Try fitting in a workout during your lunch break! There's plenty you can do in 30-60 minutes mid-day. If you're at a loss for ideas, think about running, walking, cycling, taking a fitness class, going to a gym near your office, or doing a body weight workout. Working out mid-day can make you feel happier and more productive throughout the rest of the day.
Here are some tips to get you started!
1.) Pack your clothes the night before or pack a gym bag for the entire work week. Make sure you have everything you need to complete your workouts. Include facial wipes, brush, and other items that you may need when you're finished with your workout.
2.) Pack your own lunch. Practice meal prepping at the beginning of the week or pack leftovers from dinner the prior night. Instead of spending time and money going out for lunch, spend your lunch break working out and eat your homemade lunch when you get back!
3.) If you're going to the gym - avoid the peak lunch hour. If you go to the gym during their busy times, you may find it difficult to use the machines you want. Instead, try taking your lunch earlier or later. You could also opt for the free weights, exercise ball or bands.
4.) Make a plan. Since lunch break workouts are limited to a set time, make a plan so you know exactly what you want to accomplish in your workout.
5.) If you're limited on time, make the workout count. If you're a runner, do speed work. If you are going for a walk, try adding some hills. Whatever it is you'd like to do, there are plenty of ways to make the most of limited time.
Here are some tips to get you started!
1.) Pack your clothes the night before or pack a gym bag for the entire work week. Make sure you have everything you need to complete your workouts. Include facial wipes, brush, and other items that you may need when you're finished with your workout.
2.) Pack your own lunch. Practice meal prepping at the beginning of the week or pack leftovers from dinner the prior night. Instead of spending time and money going out for lunch, spend your lunch break working out and eat your homemade lunch when you get back!
3.) If you're going to the gym - avoid the peak lunch hour. If you go to the gym during their busy times, you may find it difficult to use the machines you want. Instead, try taking your lunch earlier or later. You could also opt for the free weights, exercise ball or bands.
4.) Make a plan. Since lunch break workouts are limited to a set time, make a plan so you know exactly what you want to accomplish in your workout.
5.) If you're limited on time, make the workout count. If you're a runner, do speed work. If you are going for a walk, try adding some hills. Whatever it is you'd like to do, there are plenty of ways to make the most of limited time.
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There are one or two of us who schedule a lunch time walk. This helps us to ensure we go.
ReplyDeleteIt is nice to also use underground walk ways to exercise even while on a quick break.
ReplyDeleteJason B
Since I am a morning person, I love getting up first thing and getting my workout at the gym done.
ReplyDeleteWe have several of us committing to a daily noon walk as our norm. And instead of asking if we should go, we schedule it to ensure we take good care of ourselves! Try it today!
ReplyDeleteWe do this too, it's much harder to say no when you've committed as part of a group.
DeleteI walk in the underground tunnel and listen to an audiobook with ear buds 3-4 times a week.
ReplyDeleteWhere can you access the underground tunnel from?
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