How These Busy People Make Time In Their Schedules For Workouts
Welcome to HuffPost Canada’s series on what fitness means to Canadians: “What Does Fitness Look Like For Me?”
There are plenty of stories out there about how people can “lose weight.” We’re not interested in that. We want to know what Canadians really think about fitness, how it makes them feel, and whether they think it’s important for their health. Because no matter what fitness looks like for you, it’s valid.
Today we’re talking to: People with demanding jobs.
It seems like everyone’s lives are so busy these days. Between juggling work and a social life (and perhaps even raising kids, too), it can be tough for some people to find time for themselves, let alone time to get in their daily exercise.
Time is a big reason why fitness is often overlooked when priorities start piling up. But that’s nothing to feel guilty about. After all, you’re doing the best you can.
We talked to five Canadians who have demanding jobs and have felt the guilt of bailing on fitness when life gets overwhelming.
Read on to learn how they fit exercise into their schedule and how they cope when the guilt creeps in.
Note: Answers have been edited and condensed for clarity and length.
How would you describe your relationship to fitness?
Nikki Bettinelli, 30, is a social media consultant and the founder of social media agency, NB Media.
I am an extremist when it comes to fitness. If I don’t go full force, I don’t see the point. I like to see how far I can push my body. I’ve done fitness model programs. A few years ago I entered a charity boxing tournament and trained for 12 weeks, and right now I am focused on building muscle.
I definitely wish I had more time and energy for working out. I’d also like more time to add in other forms of fitness. I really miss yoga, but I can’t seem to find an extra hour for it right now.
Palak Loizides, 35, is the founder and CEO ofEmbiria, a Toronto company that hosts pop-up experiences.
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