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Inspiration for keeping fit!

Finding time for fitness.

There are never enough hours in the day, and despite our best intentions, fitness can sometimes take a back seat. In fact, sometimes it does not get a seat at all! A good way to put exercise back on your priority list is to find ways of fitting it in that doesn’t eat into your schedule. For example:

  1. Turn travel into fitness. Walk, run or ride to wherever you need to go, instead of taking the car.
  2. Park further away. This will automatically make-up your walking quota.
  3. Multi-task. Squeeze in some push-ups, planks or lunges while you're watching TV.
  4. Walk the dog. It's a great way to keep both of you fit!
  5. Use your lunchbreak. If you work during the day, go for a walk or a jog on your lunchbreak. A bit of fresh air will always do you good.
  6. Delegate. If you're getting bogged down by household chores and errands, share the load with your kids or partner.
  7. Bring the family. Chose a workout you can all do together, or go to a gym that has a crèche for the kids.
  8. Stop hitting snooze. Getting up just that little bit earlier will give you some free time that can be devoted to fitness.
  9. Do mini work outs. Instead of exercising for an hour straight, try doing 10 minutes 3 times a day.
  10. Walk and talk. Instead of sitting down when you need to make a call, take the phone with you and walk while you chat.

For the best results, team frequent fitness with healthy eating. Together they'll make a serious difference to the way you look, and the way you feel. Click here for some healthy Latina™ Fresh recipes that will compliment your fitness program.

These articles are provided for interest only. Individual circumstances may vary, so be sure to seek professional advice.

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