Well, there are all sorts of exercises you can do anywhere. We at RMDSF want to know how our Chicks Who Play actually play. What do you do when you can't make it to the gym or when it is snowing outside or when you only have 10-20 minutes? I used to belong to a gym then I took inventory at home and found that I didn't need a gym. The gym was $40/month and cost me an extra two tanks of gas/month, and an extra 30 minutes in travel time each day I attended. Don't get me wrong; I think a gym can be well worth the added expense. But, I didn't see the benefits and found that I really only liked the bellydancing classes, Zumba, and kickboxing.
So, I was at home and thought about all of the exercise focused items I had here. Well, my complex has a full gym. Yeah, I only go to use the stationary bikes and for the occasional weight training session. But here, I have a gym quality treadmill, stability balls, a jump rope, resistance bands, hand weights, assorted DVDs, Wii Fit, a yoga mat, and Youtube! I'm sure I've left something out. Nonetheless, I have all of this stuff, but truthfully, I just need me. Walking, jumping jacks, burpees, pushups, squats, and ab exercises do not require any equipment or videos. So, there is no excuse for not exercising. Go ahead...shake that body! Shake those calories down! Move those curves!
I like to do an assortment of exercises, but I need something that makes me sweat to feel accomplished. Since the weather has been uncooperative, I often walk on the treadmill on days that I cannot meet up with my walking partner and hit the trails. For strength and cardio, I use cross training videos. My favorite is Insanity by Shaun T, but it is too long for that level of intensity. Hey, I'm still a beginner! LOL! So,sometimes instead, I use Jillian Michael's 30-day shred. I prefer level 2. It gives me a good sweat, but I do find it just a little boring. Just last week, I purchased the shorter Focus T25 by Shaun T. I'll let you know in a few days if it becomes my preferred video. When I'm at my oldest sister's house, I pull double duty with Zumba and walking her doggy, Kilo Buddy.
I plan to start the C25K program this spring. I am not a runner nor do I want to be, but I want to know that I can do it. So, I am doing the couch to 5K program for that reason alone. Besides, it can come in handy for my next 5K (per my niece). It's always good to challenge yourself...your life may depend on it.
