When it is blasting hot outside the last thing we want to think about is exercising. I know that is true for me. But when you realize that excuse time is over and you know you need to get up and move around, there are some great alternatives for exercise that you can do while being sequestered in the cool air.
Here are a few ideas to help you get moving in the summer heat
1) Resistance Bands – These are my go to when I just cannot get in a workout on my machines and when I travel. They stay in my laptop bag so when I go and visit friends or take a trip, I have removed the excuse. They come in many different styles. These have handles with are great to slip your foot into and grab on to as well. You can find other styles such as the thicker bands, both in a continuous circle or open. They help to strengthen muscles and burn fat.
There are loads of free exercise routines that you can find on the internet. Plus these are great for any age and fitness level. And you can do them inside! Love them!
2) Swimming – Water aerobics and swimming are fantastic exercises for any age and any fitness level. Classes are usually found at a gym or community center and you cannot beat the workout that you get with simple movements in water. Again, there are loads of great resources if you have a pool you can use and do not want to take a class. Make up your own routine and watch the pounds drop and feel your muscles tighten.
3) Workout DVD’s – These dang fitness instructors are taking away our excuses with DVD’s in any type of exercise genre you can imagine. I love the walking and stretching ones the most but also enjoy some of the Pilates, yoga and even barre ones. Boxing is my next one! Perfect for anytime and any where. I usually take a dvd with me when I travel too.
4) Streaming Videos – What I said about these dang fitness instructors above goes double for this one. You can search for videos and stream them onto your tablet and laptop to work out anytime and anywhere. Perfect for traveling and when it is too hot to get outside.
5) Make Your Own Combo – Combine any of these and some of your own moves to keep working it. Some moms use their kids as weights and incorporate them into their routines. Make it fun and you will do it every day.
Hope these ideas help you get moving this summer, even when it is super hot out. Any time you are moving it, is a good time to work out. Share with us some of your favorite workouts when it is too hot to get outside.
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I agree that it is important to exercise and I wish I was able to go swimming more often. walking and other exercises have to be enough for now.
If I could choose any exercise, it would definitely be swimming. You can keep cool in the water!
Swimming is wonderful exercise, peaceful, and low strain. We are a big water family, and I love the summer /spring when I can get out in the pool. The idea of resistance bands is nice with their different tensions and easy to travel with. Go even lazier and you can do them while watching TV. 🙂
I swim 3 times a week year round what ever the weather.
I do my own combo, mostly dance, and I love, love yoga! I don’t use my A/C since I have dry eye issues and frankly love the heat. I have an embarrassing huge selection of workout DVDs I love to do too. Mostly upper 80s and 90s this week but it’s all good.