The initial stages of starting up are always the hardest. You’re working tirelessly to lay business foundations, you’re probably not getting much sleep and you might be working another job.
SLA founders managed 3-4 hours of sleep a night when starting the company as, they were both working full-time jobs at McKinsey. Becoming a Motherland Mogul means working hard, extremely hard, round the clock, so how does one stay fit when you have #nodaysoff?
1. Make it a priority
This is just one of those harsh realities. If working out isn’t on your daily to-do list, you will always find some excuse not to.
There’s no such thing as not having time to exercise. You have to make time. Just thinking about it also won’t get you anywhere. That burns about 0 calories.
2. Make it short
You don’t have to run 10 miles every day. Chances are you don’t have the time. Unless you’re training for a marathon, you don’t actually need to. A thirty minute high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session four times a week should be sufficient.
HIIT increases your metabolism and burns more calories than steady cardio and you don’t even need a gym to do this. Anything plyometric will get you well on your way.
3. Wakeup. Workout
The early bird catches the worm. Beginning your day with a workout kick starts your metabolism and helps you burn more calories during the day than you normally would. You’ll be more alert and happier (rise and shine by releasing some endorphins), which is sure to help with building your empire.
Morning exercise also frees up your day to focus on other things and you’re less likely to skip it if it’s the reason you get up.
4. Keep it fresh. Keep it clean
The chances of any packaged food being healthier than a home cooked meal are slim to none. When you eat out or buy a packaged meal from the grocery store, you have no control over the quantity of butter, cream, or oil in it. Cooking your own meals affords you quality and quantity control.
If pressed for time, cook enough food over weekend to take you through the week.
- Remember: Eat small meals through our the day to maintain your blood sugar levels.
- Salads and fruit are healthy.
- And your body will thank you if you eat lean protein.
5. Hydrate
H2O is your best friend, especially after working out. Water helps vitalize your muscles so you don’t end up feeling weak after exercise. Also, drinking water before and after you eat makes you feel full.
Substituting good old water for juice or soda is an easy way to cut back on those unnecessary calories. Water is also good for the skin. You’ll be a fine girl – no pimples.
6. R&R is a must
Give yourself breaks for muscle recovery. Overexercising doesn’t give your body time to repair, and you’ll end up fatigued, too restless, or sore to be productive.
Rest days reduce risks of injury and help you sleep better.
What tips are you using to stay fit in your journey? Share them with us.