How to Set a Workout Schedule
Finding time to exercise or workout is difficult when you have to juggle work, family and other aspects of daily life. While counting daily chores--such as vacuuming, mowing and mopping--is acceptable, according to the Mayo Clinic Website, these chores still do not provide the benefit of creating a workout schedule and sticking to it. You may have to make some changes, but setting an exercise routine helps improve and maintain your health.
Instructions
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Sit down with a calendar for the entire month. Write down your current appointments, such as school events, doctor appointments and meetings.
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Review your schedule. Locate at least one hour every other day to exercise. If you can't workout every other day, pick three to four days per week to workout for 35 minutes each day.
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Write down your exercise schedule. Add the days and times to your calendar that you are exercising. Keep your calendar with you or hang it in a location where it is in full view, like on the refrigerator.
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Combine workout sessions and conserve time. If you do not have a lot of time in your schedule, consider doing strength and endurance training, or S.E.T. This allows you to burn up to 300 calories in a 35-minute session, according to "Fitness Magazine."
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Enroll in a class, such as a Tae Bo, spinning or aerobics class. This allows you to set the schedule for your workout, knowing it occurs at the same time each week.
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Join a gym that has 24-hour access. Doing this gives you unlimited access, and you set your own hours. For instance, going early in the morning or late at night helps you work exercising into your schedule.
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Tips & Warnings
Set goals that help you stick to your workout schedule. For instance, sign up for a 5K run. This gives you something to work toward.
Contact your doctor before starting a workout program.
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