Best fitness options for working professionals

Let’s face it – when you are climbing up the corporate ladder and juggling your social, personal and professional life, fitness does take a backseat.

Top tips to stay fit

Walk everywhere – Walking is one of the least expensive exercise options; all you need is comfortable clothes and a good pair of shoes. Start your day with a brisk walk or jog and you will be able to perform better at work and feel happier too. Forty five minutes walking at least five times a week is recommended to reap the benefits. Alternatively, join a runner’s group. These groups meet regularly to run and it’s a great way to make new friends, too.
Join a class – Yoga, pilates, aerobics can all be learned by joining a class. Being a part of a group can motivate you to lose weight faster and adopt a healthier lifestyle. If the timings of these classes in your area do not suit you, go online where you can find various fitnessvideos and learn postures and steps.
Take up a sport – Learning a new sport can be challenging as well as fun. You can take your pick from badminton, tennis, football and cricket to name a few. This is ideal if you are a member of a club in the vicinity.
Swimming – Swimming can relieve pressure on joints, tone your muscles and help you lose weight. No wonder so many people swim all year round. If you live in a place where the temperature falls in winter, search for an indoor heated pool instead of the outdoor one.
Visiting the gymnasium (gym) – Gymming as it popularly referred to allows you to do cardio, lift weights and work on various machines that target different areas of the body. Sign up for a gym that has a good personal trainer as the tips they give you can help melt the stubborn fat and motivate you to do better.

These simple fitness options will ensure you keep your weight in check. Apart from this, climb stairs and deliver a message to a colleague personally instead of sending out an e-mail. Use every opportunity you have to move and stay active!