Wondering the best time to exercise is? This is a workout you can fit in at anytime
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When is the best time to exercise? Well, the easy answer is, it depends…
Depends on YOUR goals. YOUR time. YOUR body. YOUR recovery.
I like to use a simple answer: “Exercise when it suits you, so you adhere to the program consistently”. Consistency and “stacking” week upon week is the only way you see results (whatever result you are searching for).
Studies have shown that morning exercise can assist in lowering blood pressure and reducing stress – sounds like a good start to me! Additionally, morning exercise helps improve cognitive function by stimulating brain activity. So, grab that old can of pumpkin soup, and some hand weights, and let’s get started. Yep – we’re bringing the workout to you, Canberra!
The HerCanberra ACTIVE lounge room workouts are a combination of Pilates, pelvic floor exercises, and Mild Intensity Interval Training (MIIT), in a circuit-type format. If you don’t have 12 to 15 minutes, or if your function is low, you can break the workout up into two lots of six minutes (morning and night).
Pilates is therapeutic, functional, challenging, and fun; while being very accessible (hello lounge room!). The magic happens when you focus on form, alignment, and breath. You can print this week’s “Lounge Room Workout” here.
1) Abdominal crunch in table-top position – two sets, 10 reps.
2) Core activation in crook – two sets, 10 reps.
3) Tabletop lower limb cycling – two sets, 10 reps.
4) Side Planking with dips – two sets, 10 reps.
5) Plank to squat – two sets, 10 reps.
6) Star excursion balance – two sets, 10 reps.
7) Deep lunge in trunk rotation– two sets, 10 reps.
If you need a modified program, let me know – email kirra@capitalhydrotherapy.com.au. Please note that this is generic exercise advice for those who have specific pain patterns, please see your local Health Allied Health Professional if you are concerned.
Can you find 12 to 15 minutes to move today?
Disclaimer
The information provided by Kirra Rankin is for educational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Her Canberra advises our community to consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if they’re seeking more specific medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
Australia’s Physical Activity & Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for Adults (18-64 years):
- Doing any physical activity is better than doing none. If you currently do no physical activity, start by doing some, and gradually build-up to the recommended amount.
- Be active on most—preferably all—days of the week.
- Each week – accumulate 2 ½ to 5 hours of moderate-intensity physical activity or 1 ¼ to 2 ½ hours of vigorous-intensity physical activity, or an equivalent combination of both moderate and vigorous activities.
- Do muscle strengthening and balance activities at least two days each week. Remember, this doesn’t mean you need to join a gym. Strengthening exercises can be bodyweight exercises, small dumbbells, or Thera bands (all very accessible to anyone who is time-poor).
Love, Kirra.
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