The Pomodoro Technique and 5 Minute Workouts

Sometimes life gets so busy … or I get so lazy … even a 20 minute workout seems too much to fit in a day.

Other times I just need a physical break from sitting at my computer for too many hours.

When I want to maximize productivity I often use the Pomodoro technique.  In its simplest form – do focused work for 25 minutes then take a 5 minute break. Repeat and rinse all day long. I’m a scatter-brain at the best of times, but can muster enough energy most days to focus in 25 minute chunks. And if I don’t need a pee or coffee break, I sneak in a quick 5 minute workout between working sessions.

These 5 minute workouts aren’t meant to replace a *real* workout, but can become more than the welcome break your body needs – if I make the 5 minute workouts count I’m guaranteed to be sore for daaaaaze.

As always, focus on perfect form for best results. How? To self-assess and fix your form a mirror like this is a great workout partner.

Ready. Set. Go!


TRX Upper-Body 5 Minute Workout

Push and pull basics for a quick pump between masterful work sessions.

Equipment:

The Workout:

  1. TRX Pushup
  2. TRX Row
  3. TRX Tricep Curl
  4. TRX Bicep Curl

Repeat various 5-minute workouts throughout your day. Create this active habit and your body will thank you 🙂


Swiss Ball Back & Shoulders 5 Minute Workout

Anyone who works at a desk or on a computer can relate to back, shoulder and neck aches and pains.  This is a simple, fast and effective workout that can fix it all and help keep your body in balance.


Equipment:

  • Swiss Ball
    • IMPORTANT SIZING NOTE:
      • For exercise: proper size for you will be when your thighs are parallel to the ground when seated on a fully inflated ball. I have no less than four swiss balls in the house and by far my favourite is this one.

The Workout:

    1. Leg Lifts
    2. T-Raises
    3. Y-Raises

3 sets of 12 each and you’re done!


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