So the truth is, I actually like to exercise. Somewhat. I mean, I'm not into working out as a form of self-punishment or anything, but I feel better, physically and mentally, when I get some form of regular exercise. Which is why I like it. But, I have next to no time for exercise, or at least that's what I thought. Because the opportunities I get to actually go to a class or spend a good solid hour at the gym are few and far between. So what's the point?
Well, as it turns out, there totally is a point to squeezing in short workouts whenever possible! According to research, just 20 minutes of exercise a day goes a long way, not only in terms of healthy weight maintenance but also in fighting off such major chronic diseases as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and stroke.
Okay, I'm pretty much sold. Especially on these workouts, which pack lots of calorie-burning action into not a lot of time:
20 minutes of: Biking (15 mph)
Burns: 180 cal
20 minutes of: Jumping rope
Burns: 220 cal
20 minutes of: Hiking
Burns: 129 cal
20 minutes of: Swimming
Burns: 198 cal
20 minutes of: Vinyasa Yoga
Burns: 90 cal
20 minutes of: Tennis
Burns: 121 cal
Not bad, right? What else are you really gonna accomplish in 20 minutes?!
What's your favorite 20-minute workout?
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How many calories do you burn chasing after a two year old all day?
when i have a spare 20 - 30 minutes, i turn on my xbox and kinect and bust out 3 or 4 songs on dance central. i get my heart rate up but it's fun and the quick break between selecting songs lets me catch my breath. now i'm just working on going back to doing it 45 mins to an hour a day and i'm set! :)