This 5 minute workout will get you in shape.

Today I’m going to talk about a 5 minute workout that can change your body from mush to firm guaranteed. The key to this workout is working it into your daily schedule, say when you wake up in the morning, right before you go to bed, before or after breakfast, or whenever you have 5 minutes in your day. Consistency is what will make this work for you.

1. 25 push ups- This works your shoulders, biceps, triceps, forearms, and pectorals.

2. 25 crunches- This is for your core muscles. The key here is to make sure you feel your stomach muscles contract. It’s easy to cheat on this exercise with your arms so I recommend crossing your hands and holding them to your chest.

3. 25 calf raises- This is for (surprise) your calves and working the rest of your legs.

I do one set of these three exercises daily. If this is too much for you by all means start slower by only doing half the push ups or skipping the calf raises until you feel strong enough to handle all three sets of 25. Also, if you’re particularly busy or tired on a given day feel free to skip for the day; just don’t skip more than once or twice a week! Building this workout into your daily schedule is what makes it work in the long run.

Ten ways to exercise without changing your schedule.

A common misconception is that you have to go to the gym or the park to exercise. Today I have listed ten ways to incorporate exercise into your daily household activities.

1. Turn on the radio or grab your iPod while you vacuum or do the dishes and then dance with the music.

2. If you use a push mower to mow the lawn, don’t use the auto-drive feature. Push that lawnmower with your soon to be ripped arms.

3. Reward yourself for finishing tasks. As soon as you’re done balancing the budget get up and do pushups, walk around the yard, or juggle.

4. For the parents out there, you don’t have to sit down and do nothing while you supervise your kids in the yard. Get up and join them in whatever game they’re playing.

5. Better yet, sit down with your kids and create a game all of you will enjoy.

6. If you have the time, don’t be afraid to walk to the grocery store or pharmacy. I promise you the walk will help you get fit and with gas prices the way they are, every little bit counts.

7. Get your legs in shape by lifting yourself up on your toes 25 times while you cook everyday.

8. Live your video games once in a while. Taking the Brazilians to the World Cup and winning in FIFA 2008 is exciting, but winning a game of soccer with your friends is too.

9. If you have a stationary exercise bike or a treadmill, bring a book before you get on. Often times having something to focus on lets ride or run much farther. Try it.

10.Last but not least, get to the cleaning project you’ve been meaning to do but keep putting off. Emptying your garage, attic, or spare room is a great way to get exercise.

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Hi there and welcome to Get Fit Online. I’m going to go ahead and keep this first post to just a short introduction and an ice breaker. My name is Doug and I’ve been a runner all of my life. I just recently finished running track competitively after 7 years but still run a couple of times a week. I’ve also developed a strong interest in Frisbee and soccer when I can get a game going. I hope that through my blog entries you’ll find helpful information for exercising in regards to quality equipment, helpful tips, and finding the motivation. I’m going to leave you today with a surefire way to pick up chicks (or impress guys ;) at the beach.