Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Top 10 Places to Sneak in a Workout

Top 10 Places to Sneak in a Workout

It seems this is the time of year to make a Top 10 list, so, for what it’s worth, here’s my list.

Top 10 Places to Sneak in a Workout

10. You know this one – the grocery store.
9. The doctor’s office. If you’re not there due to an illness, use the time after they bring you into the room to do some sit-ups, wall push-ups, squats or other leg work.
8. The car. You can do more if you’re a passenger, but even driving you can tighten and release your abs and buns – and don’t forget those Kegels.
7. The dentist’s office. While you get your teeth cleaned you can tighten your leg muscles and release. Same goes with your abs.
6. The dressing room while you shop. You can do a quick burst of just about anything in here, from jogging in place to squats to wall push-ups.
5. While we’re in shopping mode, don’t forget the mall. Do extra laps between stores or before and after you do your purchasing.
4. Volunteering at your child’s school. Tighten your buns when you walk, press your hands together in front of your chest or do any other subtle form of exercise you can think of.
3. The park. Play tag or other games with your kids. It’s a great workout and it’s fun!
2. Anywhere you are obligated to stand in line. Tighten and release muscles or do calf raises as you wait.
1. Your child’s sports practice. Walk up and down the sidelines, or recruit other moms to do lunges or work out with resistance bands. It’s a great way to get a long workout on a busy day –and a fantastic way to make new friends!

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