Finding time to exercise can prove difficult, especially with our busy schedules these days. But according to experts all you need is 30 minutes a day and you can keep up your fitness routine and your manic schedule.
Founder of The Beach Life Fuel & Fitness 12 Week Plan Richard Kerrigan lists the best types of workouts, the benefits and gives 5 simple, yet effective workouts that can be done in under 30 minutes.
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What is the best type of workout?
The best workouts are the ones which make you feel great. If you feel great at the end of a workout you are more likely to come back and do it again resulting in an improved mindset along with forming a habit which is a crucial part of a healthy sustainable lifestyle.
‘I like workouts that give you ‘bang for your buck’ meaning you will get a better result for the amount of effort you put in. Including HIIT (high-intensity interval training), circuits and full body strength sessions is a great way to do this,’ says Richard.
However, it’s also important to include some lower intensity workouts into your week as well. ‘Recovery sessions are a great way to switch off your mind, stretch and repair your body and leave you feeling rested. Having a strong mindset will allow you to make good choices moving forward,’ he adds.
The benefits of a 30-minute workout
Training for 30 minutes allows you to have a much more productive workout which can lead to a more productive day ahead. ‘By removing the faffing about and keeping it short, sharp and intense you can get it done and get on with your day,’ advises Richard.
Other benefits can include:
– improved sleep
– reduced stress
– reduces risk of diabetes
– promotes healthy weight loss
– encourages routine
Here are 5 simple, but testing workouts under 30 minutes which can be completed anywhere and anytime.
Strength
Complete the exercises in order, resting for 45 seconds after you have completed the last exercise. Repeat 4 times.
Upper Body
Complete the exercises in order, resting for 45 seconds after you have completed the last exercise. Repeat 4 times.
Core Superset
Complete the 2 exercises in order, resting for 30 seconds after you have completed the final exercise. Repeat 3 times.
Sweat
Complete each exercise for 30 seconds, resting 30 seconds between each exercise. Repeat circuit as many times as you can in 25 minutes. Your goal is 5 rounds.
Choose 6 exercises and complete each exercise for 45 seconds, resting for 30 seconds between each exercise. Repeat circuit as many times as you can in 25 minutes. Your goal is 3 to 3.5 rounds.
An example of how you could fit these sessions into your week:
Monday: Strength
Tuesday: Sweat
Wednesday: Recovery
Thursday: Strength
Friday: Sweat
Saturday: Strength
Sunday: Recovery
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