For many people like me who work out on a regular basis or who have just begun to start getting in shape, working can often throw a spanner in the works or place doubts into your fitness plans. I think you do not have to derail your routine simply because you feel there are not enough hours in the day or you lack energy after work. The most important thing to remember is that you have to maintain your fitness programme as a priority and recognise that your success depends on you sticking to it and writing out a plan.

In every day life we work to daily schedules I feel that I work well to a fitness schedule also. I know that I need to plan everything even down to my nutrition. If not I know I would not have the right food options and would never be able to fit in my training schedule. I know that if I plan a task I am more likely to succeed at it. If not I find that the day to day tasks of life always get in the way. I train everyday, work schedule permitting, doing cardio, abdominal exercises and strength training. Yes it is difficult but all it really means is I carry a large sports holdall with all of my kit inside daily. (It's good for the arms anyway)

I don't need all the bells and whistles, just the basics to keep me going. Sometimes I can not get to the track or gym. Instead I will go for a 20 minute run and there is my cardio covered.  I do sit ups press ups and squats, lunges in sets in my room at night and that covers a full body workout. Exercise is not the only component to my regime I also have to watch my diet. It is often extremely hard to maintain a health diet whilst working fulltime. (A sandwich is not enough) Fast food restaurants now have healthier options, so I really have no excuse. I also always have a bag of health snacks and drinks with me. i.e. oranges, apples, protein bars and water. There are always better options than crisps and fizzy drinks. These provide short-term energy only which soon wears off.

by Joice Maduake

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