I’ll cut right to the chase-

YES! Short workouts are most definitely worth your time!

But please keep reading!

Normally those that feel they shouldn’t bother with short workouts are those that are accustomed to 45-60 minute workouts, and that is all they know.

If you can give 45-60minutes every time you workout- power to you- you’re awesome! But-

For most people this is not sustainable

Because-

1.       They are time poor

2.       They are low in energy

And that’s ok!

Maybe you’re unwell, or maybe you’re crazy busy at work or with your kids. Maybe life has thrown some ridiculous curve ball and you’ve just got to roll with it.

I’ll let you in on a little secret-

There are no rules when it comes to how long you should workout.

For some reason over the years studios and gyms have adopted this time frame for workouts. But who made this rule? And is it the most beneficial way to workout?

Sure, gyms and studios need structure for their timetable (I have set times for my classes and PT sessions too), but this doesn’t mean this is how you need to approach all your workouts.

Short workouts can help you build a routine. Everyone has got 10 minutes, no matter how busy they are. It’s easy to squeeze in a cheeky 10 minutes regularly (as opposed to 60 minutes where you likely have to carve out the time).

In time, when your routine is well and truly set and this becomes a habit- your circumstances may change and you may have time for more. You may even crave more. And because you've laid the groundwork, it's much more doable.

But my favorite thing about short workouts- they help you create competence. Your competence will in turn help you build confidence. And when you feel confident- the world is your oyster.

My online pilates membership helps you do exactly that- build competence. The Bite Size category has become a member favorite over the last couple of years. It is full of short 10-20 minute workouts, each with a different focus to get you moving when you are time poor or low in energy. And like I’ve said before-

10 minutes of movement is better that 0 minutes of movement.

I like to look at these workouts as little movement snacks. All it takes is 10 minutes to help to you feel good, to help you re-set and totally change your outlook on the day. And the great thing is- you can squeeze it in during your lunch break, before picking up the kids, or before bed.

Everyone has 10 minutes.

Movement is the medicine that your body was designed to crave. Some of us just don’t know it yet!