Exercise is an important part of life.
Diet and hustle culture often portrays the idea that our workouts must be routine and boring, or overwhelmingly intense, or done at the gym with equipment.
No shade to the sistas that like to get down like that, but for the rest of us, I am here to remind you that there are so many other ways to get active and show love to your heart, muscles, and joints through movement. Need somewhere to start?
Checkout the suggestions below and don’t be afraid to get creative 😉
Let’s move, sis!
Dance
My old roommates will tell you, one of my favorite go-to workouts is having a Beyonce-themed dance party, or learning full choreo from one of her performances/videos! ‘Cause I slay 💁🏾♀️
Have a dance party, attend a dance class, or learn a choreographed dance online for a fun workout at the intensity level of your choice.
Walking
Go for a walk in your neighborhood
Walk to the store instead of driving
Visit a museum or be a tourist in your (walkable) city
Do some window-shopping–walk around the mall or outlets a few times
Take the stairs instead of the elevator
Do a guided workout on YouTube, Instagram, or an app.
Here are a few of my faves:
YouTube: and8 Fitness has the best themed dance workouts, and I do mean WORK out!
Instagram: Put together a hodgepodge of workouts using IG:
@TheRealMoWorldwide, Auntie Mo’nique is always giving fitness and health inspiration with her trainer, @DwightHoltJr.
Check out @urbvnfit to “get in formation” - this page will help you tone your body and make sure your form is on point while doing so.
@_crystalimani plays no games, okay?! Check her out for guidance in the gym.
App: FitOn is a great app with a wide variety of workouts from stretching, to HIIT, to strength training, and much more. My favorite part is that the workouts range anywhere from 5 mins to 30+ minutes!
Work from home? Break up your workday with jumping jacks, pushups, burpees, or sit ups during breaks
Look up the Pomodoro technique for a cool work flow
Do the things you loved as a kid
Skating
Laser tag
Riding your bike
Join an adult sports team
Baseball
Softball
Flag Football
Kickball
& more… Check out what’s offered near you if you miss the healthy competition and regular workouts embedded in your schedule!
Do your chores
Cleaning the house can be a great source of exercise
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