I’m like you. Busy all the time, on-the-go, pulled in a million different directions. But like you too, working out, or just moving somehow, is important to me, so I'm always looking for different ways to work out.
I can tell when I haven’t been active in forever. My body feels like sludge, and of course, nothing fits. Yet I get tired of typical workout routines. Some I love, even after years of doing them, but others just bore me, and if I don’t find something new, I’ll just do nothing instead.
The one surefire way I’ve found to make working out not seem like working out is by incorporating exercise into my day. It’s my favorite way to exercise, and doesn’t even feel like exercise at all! There are some workouts that I think are important that work on way more than just body image, like T Tapp. And then there are those that are more for vanity (think pole dancing class).
Despite what you might think, [bctt tweet=”it’s not as hard as you think to make exercise a part of your day, no matter how busy you are.”] Here are some of my best tips to making exercise feel like a natural part of your day and not set you up for failure if you don't have time to do a 30-minute workout on your DVR.
- House-walking. Ever heard of it? It’s far and away the best way to work out without working out. You’re walking anyways, just do it more! You don’t even have to leave home. I house-walk while I watch tv (I love Reba), bake, text, even read! It’s easy. You can walk in place, walk in circles, walk up and down stairs. Just walk!
- Move like you're running late. Not only will you burn extra calories, you'll save time getting where you're going!
- You’ve heard it before but it bears repeating – park farther away! You know those people who hold up the line of traffic waiting for the closest spot to open up? Don’t be one of them. Do your body good and park as far away from the entrance as you can. It might not seem like much but it adds up over time!
- Go clothes shopping and try on everything! Even if you don’t buy anything, trying on clothes is a workout. Bending, lifting, twisting, is all moving. Plus, if you’re not happy with what you see, it might motivate you to move more!
- Clean your house! Not everyone’s favorite, but it’s a calorie burner, and keeps you off the couch!
- Dance! Before you ask, yes, I do this, by myself! Just like I walk when I watch tv, I dance too. If you’re too embarrassed to dance with someone, just dance with yourself! Dancing is just as great of a workout as walking is, so take your pick, or do both!
- Set your alarm once an hour and do a quick lap around the office! Catch up with coworkers, refill your water bottle (don’t forget to stay hydrated!), hit the restroom. Taking short breaks from your computer can actually boost productivity, and, eight 5-minute walks add up to a whopping 40 minutes!
There are so many more ways to work out without working out too, like raking leaves, shoveling snow, walking your dog, or painting. The list is endless! The point is, just do something. Finding ways to exercise without actually exercising makes working out less of a chore, way more fun and is guaranteed to get you great results!
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Sincerely,
Angela Minelli
Angela Minelli 
is an author, speaker and founder of Angela Minelli International, a heart-based global business serving purpose-driven everyday women and entrepreneurs whose self-image and weight issues are inhibiting their confidence and blocking them from pursuing their life’s passion.
Angela's joy is in taking a stand for women who are living less than ideal lives, stopped by fear and doubt, which prevents them from stepping into their innate power and delivering their God-given genius to the world. Her coaching programs and products are designed for women with busy lifestyles yet allow for powerful transformation to take place within a small segment of time.
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