I have not been frequenting a gym for a long time now. I just can't seem to squeeze in an extra 2-3 hours to my daily load for a gym workout. What I usually do now is jog a minimum of 3 kilometers at least 3 times a week. For my weight training, I use my dumbbells. I sometimes find it taxing to hold two-callus-causing dumbbells. If I want callus-free palms, then I have to wear my workout gloves. Isn't there any other option? Seems like there is. I found this cool Kettlebell that you could use for weight training. It's so cool I want to place my order now. You can use it for spot-training, while you do aerobics, while you are on the treadmill or out jogging. They come in different colors and weights. I think I'd order one workout package with a free kettlebell.
Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts
Sunday, August 23, 2009
I have not been frequenting a gym for a long time now. I just can't seem to squeeze in an extra 2-3 hours to my daily load for a gym workout. What I usually do now is jog a minimum of 3 kilometers at least 3 times a week. For my weight training, I use my dumbbells. I sometimes find it taxing to hold two-callus-causing dumbbells. If I want callus-free palms, then I have to wear my workout gloves. Isn't there any other option? Seems like there is. I found this cool Kettlebell that you could use for weight training. It's so cool I want to place my order now. You can use it for spot-training, while you do aerobics, while you are on the treadmill or out jogging. They come in different colors and weights. I think I'd order one workout package with a free kettlebell. Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Regular exercise keeps your weight down. It also relieves stress and makes you look and feel good. You can attribute the "feel good" sensation to the endorphins released during exercise. Make the effort to squeeze exercise time into your daily routine. Choose an exercise that you enjoy, one that you can share with a friend or with your family. Aerobic exercise is the best for it involves continuous movement and helps strengthen your heart and lungs. Here are some examples: brisk walking, jogging, aerobic dancing or step aerobic, hip-hop dancing, cycling, swimming, badminton, tennis, table tennis, football, basketball, hiking, kick boxing, and other. Note that for tennis and badminton to be aerobic, you have to run and retrieve/hit the ball instead of waiting for the ball to come to you. Pick your favorite ball game and go!
Monday, September 29, 2008
Many think they don't have the time to exercise. However, there are a lot of simple things one can do daily to help you become more active - hence, burning more fat. Here are a few examples you can follow.
Walk instead of riding whenever you have the opportunity. Don't use the phone to talk to the person in the next room. Get up and go over to his office instead.
Always, as in always, walk briskly. I just hate it when I'm with friends and they walk as if they're walking down the aisles. It's such a waste for me to saunter.
Take the bus or LRT or MRT instead of driving - saves you on gasoline and parking fees plus it's kinder to the environment.
Get off the but one stop away from your destination and walk the rest of the way. I used to do this way back in college. I get off about 1 1/2 block from my destination then walk up to the 7th floor of my school building.
Use the stairs instead of the elevator. You can easily handle 4-5 flights of stairs. When coming down, it won't matter how many flights. I just hate it when I see people using the elevator for a flight or two, up or down.
Make your housework more interesting and active by working to music. You'll find it more relaxing and you'll enjoy doing your chores.
Join your young kids in their play. Up to now, my kids and I still enjoy a game of kick ball and patintero.
Be more active and energetic. It's fun and slimming!
Walk instead of riding whenever you have the opportunity. Don't use the phone to talk to the person in the next room. Get up and go over to his office instead.
Always, as in always, walk briskly. I just hate it when I'm with friends and they walk as if they're walking down the aisles. It's such a waste for me to saunter.
Take the bus or LRT or MRT instead of driving - saves you on gasoline and parking fees plus it's kinder to the environment.
Get off the but one stop away from your destination and walk the rest of the way. I used to do this way back in college. I get off about 1 1/2 block from my destination then walk up to the 7th floor of my school building.
Use the stairs instead of the elevator. You can easily handle 4-5 flights of stairs. When coming down, it won't matter how many flights. I just hate it when I see people using the elevator for a flight or two, up or down.
Make your housework more interesting and active by working to music. You'll find it more relaxing and you'll enjoy doing your chores.
Join your young kids in their play. Up to now, my kids and I still enjoy a game of kick ball and patintero.
Be more active and energetic. It's fun and slimming!
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
So all of us know we should exercise more, but many of us don't. This is a health mistake we consciously make! And why is that? Simply because we refuse to admit the damage we are causing to our bodies by not working-out. A number of people only start working out once they've experienced a warning signal. Don't wait for a heart attack or a stroke to happen before you decide to opt for a lifestyle change. Make the change now. You don't need to train for the marathon to be in top shape. Half an hour of brisk walking three to four times a week will make a world of difference to your health. You could then increase this to forty minutes, four times a week - and you're all set. If you haven't exercised for a week, you're making a mistake. Go! Stop blogging for a moment and go do some stretching and walking.
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