5 Workout Ideas for Busy Working Moms

If you’re a busy working mom who wants to stay fit and healthy, but you don’t really have too much free time on your hands – you don’t have to worry at all, because we’re here to help you out! Here are five amazing summer workout ideas you’ll absolutely adore (some of them include your kid, too), so keep on reading, check them out, and enjoy!

 

You won’t make a mistake if you pick Tabata training

Tabata training is gaining more and more popularity all over the globe nowadays, and the reasons for that are more than obvious. First of all, it’s a fantastic way to burn fat, boost your metabolism, and upgrade your overall fitness level. However, the best thing about it is the fact that it doesn’t take more than five minutes a day. Yes, that’s right! Some people claim that it’s ‘the four-minute miracle fat burner’, and you easily do it in a small space, without having to hit the gym. Typically, a Tabata training consists of one cardio activity or one exercise performed at your maximum intensity for 20 seconds, followed by 10 seconds of rest, and then repeated a few more times. Give it a try and you’ll quickly see the results!

 

HIIT is also a great option

We can freely assume that you’ve already heard of HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, which is a truly revolutionary method that burns fat in a quite short period of time. Well, this is exactly what working moms need most, so make sure to check out a studio that offers this fitness program. Building endurance is just one of the numerous benefits, alongside with boosting your metabolism and losing just fat, not muscle. Yes, we know that intense cardio workouts are often associated with losing muscle, but that isn’t the case with HIIT as it combines cardio with weight training. If you’re a fan of intense workouts, we’re sure that you’ll absolutely adore it!

 

Make sure to give mums and bubs workout a try, too

On the other hand, if you’re looking forward to spending as much time as possible with your little one, you should give mums and bubs fitness a fair shot. Taking care of your health and overall well-being is one of the most important things you, as a mother, should do but this can become a bit challenging as you get too busy balancing between your family and work. Well, that’s why you should find some time to exercise and bring your child along in order to work out together. All you have to do is pick a studio that offers that option and enjoy spending quality time with your kid. Trust us, both of you will love it!

 

Go for a bike ride if you don’t have too much free time

However, if you’re a busy mom who can’t wait to spend more time outside in nature, in the fresh air, you should definitely go for a bike ride instead! This is always a good idea, especially when you don’t have enough time to hit the gym, so hop on your bike and explore your town. Apart from being quite relaxing, the truth is that cycling is one of the best low-impact activities out there as it doesn’t put too much stress on your knees and joints. Besides that, it’ll also help you burn fat and build muscle along the way, which is exactly why you shouldn’t skip it!

 

Hit play on a workout video

Last but not least, workout videos are also a fabulous choice for all busy moms who want to stay fit. Working out in the comfort of your own home has a lot of benefits, and it saves you a lot of time in the first place, so pop in your favorite aerobics DVD and get moving. If that’s too old-school for your taste, you can always find a YouTube channel that offers the same thing and follow a workout video whenever you feel like exercising. Even your child can join you, which is a great way to spend quality time with your little one and bond even more.

 

As you can see, there are a lot of amazing workout ideas every busy working mom will absolutely adore this summer. We’re sure that you’ll find something for yourself no matter if you prefer home workouts or hitting the gym/fitness studio, so stick to our guide and you’ll make it happen!

About the author:

Peter is a fashion stylist and a writer from Brisbane, Australia. After graduating from Australian Institute of Creative Design he worked as a fashion stylist for few local fashion events. Beside fashion and styling, he enjoys traveling around exotic destinations and discovering new vintage stores. He’s future plans are in creating his personal styling business.