“I’m too busy to exercise.”
I totally get it. I’m busy, too.
But the payoff we get from exercise makes finding the time worth it (message me if you need help reviewing your schedule to find time).
Here’s how to balance exercise with a busy schedule:
Focus on “compound” exercises.
These are exercises that work multiple muscles at the same time:
- A push up works your chest, shoulders, and triceps.
- A pull up workouts your back, biceps, and core.
- The deadlifts I’m doing in the video below work my back, glutes, hamstrings, core, and forearms.
Compound exercises give you a better return on your time investment.
You don’t need tons of exercises, sets, and reps.
A workout consisting of two compound exercises for 2-3 sets of 8-15 reps – where the last 1-2 reps are challenging but doable – can be all you need for improving your health and fitness.
You don’t need to train every day, either.
2 workouts a week is sufficient to build strength, burn body fat, and improve your overall health. Start there and add more if your schedule allows.
Hope this helps. Go smash a workout today.
Love you lots,
Ian
P.S. Need help finding time in YOUR schedule to exercise? I’m currently offering free, 30 minute consultations to help you build habits for a healthier, more balanced and productive lifestyle. Reserve your spot here before they fill up.
Ian Estabrook 