![]() Photo by Jakayla Toney on Unsplash It's officially the start of "it's way too hot outside for me to do anything" season in Texas. Unfortunately, this includes getting in a killer full-body workout that a jog or a run provides. Plus, heat exhaustion isn't fun for anyone. There are so many exercises we can do in the air-conditioned safety of our living rooms. But none accomplish the full impact of working out every important muscle group we have quite like running. Enter the jump rope! Including jump roping into our regular exercise routine boosts impressive advantages to our health. Keep reading on to find out four reasons why we should fall in love with this seemingly unassuming piece of exercise equipment! The Power of the Jump RopeJump roping allows us to get in that full-body workout without being outside or in a gym class. So, you're still getting a 1. wonderful cardio session to get your heart pumping! As your heart rate rises, it becomes easier (and safer) to reach the fat-burning zone.
Your legs get the most use out of all of our other body parts. Therefore, it's very important to strengthen muscles and bones so you won't be prone to injuries in that particular area. Jump roping does this by introducing your body to more stress than it's used to, especially in the ankle and calve area! 4. Incorporating a jump rope routine is a crazy effective way to burn calories! The full body workout of this exercise — arms to swing the rope, legs to make you jump, core to keep you balanced — burns an average 200 to 300 calories per 15 minutes. Jumping that long is tough even for the seasoned veteran, but the idea is to realize this exercise is pure goodness. Jumping rope in a stationary position actually burns more calories than jogging for 30 minutes. Your body needs to burn more fuel to create what is known as thermogenic energy. The fuel that is burned when you jump rope? Calories! Tricks of the Jump rope TradeIf you're starting off as a beginner, a light weight, plastic jump is a great way to go! So many are wonderfully priced, too. Once you build up your stamina, up the ante and graduate to a weighted jump rope. These can be found at any sporting good stores or even Five Below or Amazon if you're feeling budget-conscious. Just make sure to do some research on a quality rope for a proper and more effective workout! There are so many types of jump rope workouts with two most popular being the running in place, and rope jump ladder. These are the ones you see the majority of people doing. Do a Google search of types of jump rope exercises and you'll find so many options from beginner level to expert. To jump rope like a pro, always remember these tips for the most effective and safe workout:
With all of this fun information about what was once thought of as a kid's outdoor pastime, go forth and put it to good, healthy use. You and your wellness goals won't regret it! Skip to my lou...
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Stop! Let’s think about what happens once you hit that snooze button on your phone.
Other benefits — mental, physical, and even professional — pop up when we skip hitting our snooze buttons. Finish Your Work Earlier in the Day
Knock Out Work without Any DistractionsIt's a "peaceful, easy feeling" when you're up and well into your work flow before all of the chat chimes and the email dings commence. It's difficult to shift back into work after you need to dissect an email. And don't even think about getting back into a steady groove after a meeting! Research shows it takes on average about 45 minutes to regain focus after yet another meeting. You're more alert and efficient in the morning which can translate into making better decisions. Ready To Go To Bed at a REasonable Time
Your body's internal clock is very important! When you develop a healthy sleep routine, it becomes easier to wake up earlier without feeling angry at your alarm clock. Get in that beauty sleep! Weight Loss![]() Photo by Bill Oxford on Unsplash According to research from The Obesity Society, you make better health decisions if you go to bed early and, in turn, wake up early. You tend to have a better diet and waking up early gives you more time to exercise if you so choose. It doesn't have to a hard-core HITT workout. Just a quick one for 30-minute walk, or some jumping jacks, wall sits, hip bridges, or scissor kicks. The urge to continue hitting snooze as a refusal to face the day might be a sign of anxiety or depression which can lead to overeating. All in all, early risers get more done that gets metabolisms going. iPhone users have this wonderful option to opt out of Snooze on their phone when their alarm goes off in the morning! Once you hit that Stop button, you don't get another shot at your alarm going off. Your best bet is to go ahead and get up lest you lose an entire day!
Make it count and have a good one!
Sold yet?Well, here are five reasons to further convince you why Snap Kitchen should rent space in your refrigerator. 1. Location, Location, Location.The Southwest sure does love their Snap Kitchen because you won't find a location north of Tulsa, Oklahoma! The majority are in Texas, and most of the places you can find Snap Kitchen are located within your local Whole Foods Market in the Prepared Foods section. While I don't necessarily think a Snap Kitchen is terribly out of reach for anyone in the DFW Metroplex or the Houston area, the current pandemic makes it harder for some to get out and go to a grocer. But, if you're okay with going out (while wearing your mask properly), and one is just a bit farther than you'd prefer to drive, try.... 2. Delivery!
Speaking of the app... 3. User-friendly App.
4. Everyone Has Options.As a Pesco Pollo Vegetarian, my only meat options are fish and chicken. In the app, you have the ability to select your preferred dietary options. If you only prefer to eat seafood, Snap Kitchen has salmon and shrimp options that keep you from feeling as if you're stuck eating the same thing. And, their breakfast options include some amazing veggie options! And if you've ever wanted to try the popular Bone Broth soup, Snap Kitchen has an amazing Turmeric Chicken Bone Broth that I can attest to. It. Is. Awesome. Snap Kitchen also has snacks, juices, and healthy drinks that range from wellness shots to alkaline water. 5. Convenient for Your Health JourneySnap Kitchen has a wonderful feature where you can scan the barcode on the packages to automatically keep track of the nutritional content that are important to you and your health journey. Facts like calories, protein, and carb are added into your choice of fitness tracker!
No more hand-written diet journals to make your wellness journey even more of a headache than it tends to be.
It doesn't necessarily need to be a secret, it can be a trend, workout, or lifestyle choice! And go as far back as you'd like when thinking.
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Instead of going in depth about a motivational topic I found interesting, I'm just going to link three Ted Talks I've recently listened to and identified with, share a phrase or two from each one, and then ask you to share your favorite part of each.
Be sure to pass on the video you enjoyed the most to whoever you think needs to hear it!
"I couldn't change what a system believed about me while I believed what the system believed about me. And I did! I, like everyone around me, believed that it wasn't possible for me to exist in my dream as I was. And I went about [it] trying to make myself invisible."
"Not because awards prove our worth, but because who we see thriving in the world teaches us how to see ourselves. How to think about our own value. How to dream about our futures."
Way back when as I was browsing Huffington Post (as I am known to do during my down times at work), I came across an article about soulmates. And while that is a long, drawn out discussion for a rainy day, I did read a phrase that has stuck with me enough that I became inspired to write about it for Health Like Me! "Emotion Log" Scroll down to about a third of the article under the subtitle "Heal from your past" and you'll see a brief introduction of what an emotion log is! Pin-pointing how you feel periodically throughout the day is a great experiment in understanding your mental and emotional health.
Here is one more example of a guide to personalize your emotion log! Feeling and emoting are what makes us human. And extraordinary, complex and beautiful ones at that! Let's all make time in our busy schedules to simply reflect and be!
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