Then, yes, you do have time to exercise.
Latest research says that yes, just seven minutes of exercise can do a body good.
But what exactly can you hope to accomplish in just seven minutes? That’s less time than it takes most of us to shower, or brew coffee.
According to this research article published last May, a specific format of exercise can decrease body fat, improve insulin sensitivity (very important for pre-diabetics and diabetics), improve your body’s oxygenation (that’s good) and increase muscular fitness.
So what is this specific type of exercise that can do all this in just seven minutes?
High Intensity Circuit Training, that’s what.
Using only the resistance from your body weight, a wall, a floor and a chair, you can experience a full-body workout within a coffee break. And reap the benefits, too.
Here’s an overview of the exact exercise tested in research.
Each activity is performed for 30 seconds as fast/hard and safely possible, with 10 seconds rest between.
And that comes out to a total of 7 minutes of exercise.
If you are new to exercise, or new to these type of activities, you may want a fitness trainer or some other type of professional to help instruct you in safe and proper form. The last thing you want is to get injured while trying to do something healthy for yourself.
Have you tried this before? Do you regularly do some form of high-intensity or circuit training? Let me know your experience. And of course, leave any questions below!
To your good health and fitness,
Dr. Angela
Resources:
Follow along to an instructional YouTube video
Stay on track with the free online 7 Minute Scientific Workout Timer
Further reading/reviews:
Wellness/NY Times review
Huffington Post