It’s gym time: how to make time for exercise

It’s gym time: how to make time for exercise Regular exercise is proven to enhance productivity

BY JENNIFER RINER Staff Writer

JUN 10

It’s an easy excuse, but everybody uses it: “I’m too busy to work out.” Whether you actually are struggling to make time in your calendar or you just don’t feel like hitting the gym, here are three simple strategies to making time for exercise no matter what:

1. Make a schedule and stick to it.

Look at your calendar for the past four weeks — when is the time when you’re the least busy. There’s more to assess than your free time. When do you typically have the most energy? Working out actually increases energy,

If you tend to do well with group motivation, sign up in advance for classes at a certain day and time of the week. Whether you go with friends initially or meet regulars as the class progresses, you’ll have other people holding you accountable to show up and sweat.

2. Getting fancy with your workout might waste too much time.

Unless you’ve never done any sort of physical activity before, you’re probably aware of what you like and dislike to burn off excess calories.When starting something new, don’t be afraid to go slow. For instance, try taking 20 minutes out of your hour-long fitness routine to attempt new abdominal techniques. If it’s not working, move on.

3. Don’t forget: Walking counts.

The average goal is 10,000 steps per day — and you’ll probably be surprised at how much you’ve been falling short.

The Niles Family Fitness Center (987 Civic Center Dr. Niles, Illinois 607140 can make it easy for you! We have Group Fitness Classes “fit for every BODY”, an indoor track and indoor pool. Have young children? We have an impressive childcare facility that you can use for a slight fee. They can have fun while you work out.

Give us a call at 847-588-8400 or visit our website at www.nilesfitness.com. Let us help you make time