Finding time to workout can be challenging, especially during quarantine. Between heading to the gym, setting up your home workout space, or going online to join a virtual class and then showering afterward, exercising is very time-consuming. Because we don’t have a lot of time in our day, is it possible to get the same effects from shorter, more frequent workouts as longer ones? Here are some reasons to do shorter workouts.
Time
Shorter more frequent workouts can save you time in your day. If you workout every day for less time, you’ll actually be spending more time working out throughout the week than if you work out three times a week for longer periods of time.
Convenience
For all the times you’re waiting for your food to cook or your next meeting to start, you can use these few minutes to get a quick workout in instead of wasting it sitting around checking your social media. You can work out when it fits into your schedule.
Consistency
By exercising more frequently, you’ll be releasing endorphins more often which will make you feel good more often instead of just a few times a week.
Science
Studies have shown that short workouts can be just as effective than less regular workouts. They can reduce your risk of chronic disease, boost your metabolism, improve your mood, and help you burn more fat.
