It is one of the most frequently used excuses for not exercising. I don’t have enough time. Now that the holidays are approaching (heck, they’re here!), time gets even tighter. It’s easy to put fitness on a back burner during this time of the year.
Well, you know what? It happens to me too! I just know how to prioritize and optimize my time and my workout to get the most bang for my fitness buck. Here are three workouts that will help you to do the same.
3 Workouts to Get You In and Out of the Gym Fast!
Workout #1 is perfect for runners. Grab a couple dumbbells, head to the treadmill and get ready to go.
Workout #2 is an all-machine circuit. Machines get a bad rap sometimes in this era of functional fitness, and it is true that body weight, functional exercise has multiple benefits. But there is a time and place for machines. They are great for beginners, for focusing on strength building, and injury recovery. They are also perfect for a time efficient and effective workout that will get you in and out of the gym in about 30 minutes.
Finally, the Seven Minute Workout is a high-intensity, fast workout that you can do at the gym or at home. It is based on an article in the American College of Sports Medicine’s Health and Fitness Journal that states that 12 high-intensity exercises, combined with very short breaks, using only your body weight and a chair, fulfills the latest mandates for high-intensity effort.
If you have the time, repeat the workout once or twice more, but even one quick circuit will help you stay fit when you’re (almost) too busy to work out.
My TRX Workout is also a quick way to get in and out of the gym quickly! Check it out!
I really understand that in this busy life we lead, finding the time to exercise can be difficult. But, if you make it a priority and find an effective workout that fits into your schedule, you can be successful.
What is your favorite quick workout?
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Great workouts Debbie! You are absolutely right, there is no excuse!
Great set of speedy and effective workouts! You are so right–it’s always about making time.
I think priority being the key word 🙂
This is awesome. As a new mom, I’m trying to priortize fitness and it’s hard with working full time and caring for a baby. Workouts like this are a great solution!
I am such a big believer of anything is better than nothing. It’s amazing what you can do in 15 minutes if you try!
Love that #3! Whole body, heart rate raising workouts are my favourites! Thanks for sharing Debbie
I think that you nailed it from the beginning – the only reason any of us have time is because we make the time!!!
YES, we have to make time for this. I used to work 60+ hours a week & made the time… I like how you help those that need to fit it in Debbie!!!!
As much as I understand the need to get an hour a day of exercise…even 30 minutes can be difficult to fit in. Love the idea of the seven minute workout, though. Thanks for the ideas!
This is really great! Thanks for sharing! I think that for someone like me who just doesn’t WANT to find the time…I could really benefit from this! Going to try it this week…thanks for sharing! Stopping by from SITS Sharefest!
Love any workout that gives me bang for my minutes. Visiting from SITS.
I like how you picked three different workouts for different things people might like. Awesome! If I actually worked out at a gym, I’d go for #2.
Great workouts. I especially like the 3rd one that doesn’t even require you to go to the gym!!
Quick and efficient workouts! Gotta love them!
Great workout suggestions! I definitely use the “I don’t have enough time” excuse. Thanks for the inspiration to get moving 🙂
I like workout #1 sometimes you just need a quick sweat to get you through your day!
I do not have access to a gym or gym equipment so I have several 10 minute workout DVD’s that kick my rear and I can always squeeze in no matter what. I use those for a quick session.
For those who doesn’t have enough time to visit gym,try to see this site. Hurry!
Thank you very much! It seems like great workouts.
This is a very useful workout plan for a busy day, Debbie! No more excuses!