It’s July already!
The warmer weather and Covid-19 may have changed your summer workout plan but we have some tips to share on how to keep movement and mindfulness in your summer schedule.
The longer days sometimes mean after work patio drinks or even trips to the beach when you would have normally set aside time for your indoor workout or yoga practice.
We suggest a few ideas to help keep your fitness on track over the summer months.
1. Mini Workouts
If you are missing your daily sweat session because of summer plans, try adding movement throughout the day instead. Squats as you wait in line at the grocery store or maybe a quick walk around the block before the sun gets too hot.
Adding small intervals of exercise will be easier to manage than stressing over your hour gymtime that might not fit when you are at the lake or cottage.
Keeping movement in your day will help get your body and mind healthy and you might even surprise yourself with new ways you can find to keep active.
2. Switch up your workout goals
With the options of getting up with the sun or out late for a sunset cruise, your workout goals may have to shift with the season.
Setting the right kind of goal is key. One that is too lofty has the potential to have the opposite effect, leaving us discouraged and preventing us from sticking with it. Choose goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time bound.
This might mean your goals may change week to week and you may even set goals to slowly bring you back to your regular workout goals as summer progresses into fall.
3. Alternative Workout
Planning an after work yoga session but opt for an after work ice cream instead? That’s ok, make a deal with yourself to keep moving in some way. Grab that ice cream and do a few laps around the lake, or jump in a paddle boat for a different view that still includes some exercise.
Add the stairs as you return to your building or lay out your yoga mat for a late night yin session. Your work plans can be ever changing but just keeping this in mind will help you get it done and enjoy what summer has to offer.
4. Skipping a Workout
Some days we sleep in, we get stuck in traffic, or we lose track of time and that leads to a missed workout. Other days we listen to our body and decide what’s right for it on that day. When thoses days show up, own them. There will be another time to fit it in.
To prevent missing that workout, you can pack your gym bag and leave it by the door or get dressed first thing for your workout. These little actions can help you follow through on your plans to work out.
5. Take Advantage of Your Corporate Wellness Benefits
Check out what your company offers for yoga and fitness programs. These are often free, on company time and as short as 15 or 30 minutes. You’ll be fitting in a yoga class or meditation sooner than you think!
To learn more about a Corporate Wellness program and how it can benefit your workplace, click here.