Workout Advice For Busy People

Hampton at Hybrid Calisthenics always has very sound advice in his uplifting videos, and this one’s no exception:

Key tips for optimizing workouts without burning out

“We all have the same 24 hours” is a folly when in fact, some of us have more responsibilities and/or other impediments to getting things done (e.g. disabilities).

A quick word on disabilities first: sometimes people are quick to point out Paralympian athletes, and “if they can do it, so can you!” and forget that these people are in the top percentile of the top percentile of the top percentile of human performance. If you wouldn’t disparagingly say “if Simone Biles/Hussein Bolt/Michael Phelps can do it, so can you”, then don’t for Paralympians either 😉

Now, as for Hampton’s advice, he recommends:

Enjoy short, intense workouts:

• You can get effective results in under 30 minutes (or even just a few minutes per day) with compound exercises (e.g., squats, pull-ups).
• Focus on full-body movements also saves time!
• Push closer to failure when possible to maximize efficiency. It’s the last rep where most of the strength gains are made! Same deal with cardiovascular fitness, too. Nevertheless, do take safety into account in both cases, of course.

Time your rest periods:

• Resting for 2–3 minutes between sets ensures optimal recovery.
• Avoid getting distracted during rest by setting a timer to stay focused.
• 10almonds tip: use this time to practice a mindfulness meditation. That will greatly reduce the chance of you becoming distracted.

Remember holistic fitness:

• Fitness isn’t just about exercise; diet, sleep, and stress management are equally important for your fitness as much as for the rest of your health.
• Better sleep and reduced stress will help you exercise more consistently and avoid junk food.

Address burnout:

• If feeling too exhausted to apply these tips, focus on getting better rest and reducing stress first.
• Taking a short break to reset can help in the long run.

For more on all of this, enjoy:

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Want to learn more?

You might also like to read:

• How To Do High Intensity Interval Training (Without Wrecking Your Body)
• How To Rest More Efficiently (Yes, Really)

Take care!