As a working mom it can often be difficult to find time to workout. Between dropping the kids off at school, going to work, picking the kids up, fixing dinner and getting everyone ready for bed, the last thing I usually want to do is go to the gym!
Lately I’ve found incorporating short, at home workouts into my daily routine has been the easiest way for me to get my sweat on. A quick 20-30 minute daily workout 4 to 5 times a week seems to be my sweet spot because it’s hard for me to make an excuse as to why I can’t squeeze that into my day.
Here is one of my go-to workouts. It only takes 21 minutes and doesn’t require any equipment, but I work up an awesome sweat and feel great when I’m finished!
21-Minute Timed Workout
30 seconds squats
30 seconds jump squats
30 seconds pushups
30 second plank
30 seconds stationary lunges (right leg in front)
30 seconds lunge jumps (right leg in front)
30 seconds bicycle crunches
30 second plank
30 seconds tricep dips (you can use your couch, a chair or do them on the floor with your hips elevated)
30 seconds mountain climbers
30 seconds stationary lunges (left leg in front)
30 seconds lunge jumps (left leg in front)
30 seconds glute bridges
30 second plank
REPEAT 3 TIMES
Remember to go at your own pace, take breaks if you need to and most of all drink enough water throughout your day. I also spend a few minutes when I’m finished doing some stretching and cooling down.
Now grab your iPhone timer, turn on some music and get your sweat on! Don’t forget to let me know what you think!
21-Minute Timed Workout
30 seconds squats
30 seconds jump squats
30 seconds pushups
30 second plank
30 seconds stationary lunges (right leg in front)
30 seconds lunge jumps (right leg in front)
30 seconds bicycle crunches
30 second plank
30 seconds tricep dips (you can use your couch, a chair or do them on the floor with your hips elevated)
30 seconds mountain climbers
30 seconds stationary lunges (left leg in front)
30 seconds lunge jumps (left leg in front)
30 seconds glute bridges
30 second plank
REPEAT 3 TIMES
Remember to go at your own pace, take breaks if you need to and most of all drink enough water throughout your day. I also spend a few minutes when I’m finished doing some stretching and cooling down.
Now grab your iPhone timer, turn on some music and get your sweat on! Don’t forget to let me know what you think!
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