Fitness Fridays: Workout at Work

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So many of us don’t exercise because we claim we don’t have the time. While our schedules may be jam-packed from sunrise to sunset, you can still get your cardio on! Since exercise is cumulative, three 10-minute cardio sessions can work well for the fashionista on the go who doesn’t have a full 30 consecutive minutes to spare. While many of these workouts won’t get you a bod like Mel B, keep doing them daily and you’ll notice some difference. As always, before you start any exercise regimen, consult with your doctor.

Tips for getting physical while at work:

* Run! Or walk if it’s not safe to run in your office. Instead of emailing someone on another floor, get out of your cubicle and take the stairs for a face-to-face interaction. Use the copier on the far end of the office. Whatever you do, keep moving! Sitting in front of a computer all day is no bueno. Move your body, girl.

* Work out while you work. I was listening to The Steve Harvey Morning Show yesterday and a listener won an exercise bike, but mentioned she tried under the desk pedals. I had never heard of them before that, so I googled and find some cool extremely portable pedals, ellipticals, etc. that could easily fit under your desk at work. I haven’t personally tried these out, but they look like they get the job done considering the situation. Check them out:

Stamina 55-1610 InMotion E1000 Elliptical Trainer


Isokinetics Inc. Deluxe Pedal Exerciser – Black – With Anti-Slip Strips – Fully Assembled

J Fit Pink Mini Elliptical w/ FREE pedometer!

Gold’s Gym Upper and Lower Body Cycle

Check out more workout at work tips here and here.

About Danielle

28 year old banker, Image Consultant, Makeup Artist, and President of Urban Glamour, LLC. Trained by the best at NYC's Fashion Institute of Technology, I enjoy bringing out the FIERCE in everyone through personalized thorough image consultations. Think of me as your style and beauty entourage all wrapped up into one bubbly brown package :) Though my professional career began (and still is) in Finance, I have had the honor and privilege of working backstage at NYC Fashion Week shows like Karen Walker, Jayson Brunsdon, Sabyaschi, and Bridal Market Week for Vera Wang. You can also find me running around photo shoots doing makeup and styling. If you have a style or beauty question, contact me. Your question could be featured on the site!

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