There’s a huge misconception that in order to have a strong body and be in better shape, it takes hours a day every week in the gym while being on a broccoli and boiled chicken diet. That’s the farthest thing from the truth.
You just need to know how to utilize your time along with how to train to get the most of your workout. Eat clean 80% of the time and enjoy the rest 20% of the time. Most of the population is short on time, eats like crap, and really doesn’t enjoy working out. BUT, you know you should eat cleaner and workout because it’s part of being healthy and having a longer quality of life.
Good news is all you really need is 20-30 mins to get a stronger body and be in better shape. There’s so many benefits to shorter training sessions. Shorter training sessions eliminate the intimidation, which could lead to becoming more consistent while keeping this commitment to yourself long term. You may actually start to enjoy working, knowing your session will only be 20-30 mins.
You will begin to feel better and stronger with more energy quicker than you think. My clients begin to feel the results in just a few weeks. Allow yourself to have the space to connect with your body and give it what it needs. Shorter training sessions can be done anywhere, in your backyard, during business trips, or even on vacations. As humans, we are meant to move to keep our bodies strong!
Although there are so many accessible outlets at your fingertips online to research short workouts, here are a few tips and guidance to start you on your way:
- Try to get in total body training when working with short sessions. This includes cardio, upper body, lower body and core.
- Try to eliminate taking long rests in-between sets. Remember, you are trying to maximize your time, so rest should be only about 20-30 seconds depending on the demand of the set.
- Make sure your form is correct. Focus on the muscle group you are strengthening. Think of your posture when moving.
- Find a routine that works for you. This is your time, train in a way that will become a lifestyle, rather than dreading your session.
- You don’t need gym equipment to workout. Simply utilize your surroundings and your own bodyweight.
- Schedule in your training sessions just like you would for an appointment. That way your workout won’t get pushed down the list and potentially avoid getting looked over all together.
Ashley LaMorte is a nationally certified fitness instructor and has been in the fitness industry close to a decade. Over the years she has gotten the opportunity to instruct group X boot camps at gyms and train private clients from all walks of life, all over the Bay Area. She now has her own mobile fitness business, LaMorte Lift. Learn more at LaMorteLift.com.
This blog is really interesting and useful! It dispels fallacies and provides practical advice for effective exercise and balanced eating. Thank you for providing such excellent advise!