Fitting In Fitness – Lunchbreak Workouts

It can be easy to convince yourself that you’re too busy to do exercise because you’re working long hours or you have caring commitments.

And in the current economic climate, everyone wants to give face time so the boss can see how busy and committed they are.

But almost everyone is entitled to a lunch break so why not put this time to good use instead of lunching at your desk? Here are four ideas to help you to fit in fitness.

Is There Something In The Basement?

Many large offices have a gym, so do a spot of detective work and find out whether your office has any fitness facilities.

On-site gyms make it very easy to squeeze in a workout as you can nip down, do your workout, shower and be back at your desk in no time. And if you really are indispensable, then your colleagues know where to find you in an emergency.

A Class Act

The majority of large towns and cities have lunchtime classes that cater especially for busy people trying to get some exercise in a hurry.

Do a spot of online research and see what is nearby. For example you could look for Pilates classes in London, Spinning in Newcastle, Boxercise in Cardiff, Zumba in Edinburgh or Just Jhoom in Basingstoke.

These classes are usually a little shorter than usual to enable you to get in and out quickly. Look for special offers or tasters so you can see whether or not you like the class.

DIY

If you’re a lone wolf, you may prefer to exercise alone. Consider running, jogging or power-walking at lunchtime.

Even normal walking is better than sitting at your desk and has the added benefit of requiring no special clothing or equipment.

It is possible to get a good cardio workout just by going to fetch sandwiches. Instead of going to the nearest shop, choose one twenty minutes away and get into the habit of going there each day.

In The Club

Some people find walking dull, so why not set up a group with like-minded colleagues? Decide on a time and pick-up spot for the daily walk to begin and put a note on the staff notice-board or intranet.

It’s a great way to get fit and make new friends – when you’re chatting you’ll hardly notice the miles going by.

To make it even more fun, why not use pedometers and set a challenge, like walking from London to Paris in the next six months?

Whatever exercise you choose, the important thing is to get away from your desk and do something physical. This will improve your circulation and posture, tone muscles and increase cardio fitness levels.

Most importantly, you’ll have fun with the friends you already know and meet some new friends.

You’ll return to your desk feeling fresh and the boss is sure to appreciate your new-found energy while everyone else is in a mid-afternoon slump.

Finding the time and energy to get that essential daily exercise can seem like a challenge, but there are lots of easy ways to keep fit while staying on top of everything else too.

Here are some great tips to get a fun and rewarding workout during your lunch break!