Whole grains for white, quality for quantity, Wii Fit for Mario Kart—just one smart swap can pave the way to a healthier and happier life. We decided to go all out and provide 89 “this for that’s,” so there are no excuses when it comes to making healthier choices!
Fitness
1. Dynamic for Static Stretching
Stretching out cold muscles could lead to injury. So incorporate some active movement into a stretching routine—try and arm swings before working out.
2. Interval Workout for Relaxed Run
Congrats on that 26.2-mile marathon. Now try a 20-minute interval run that involves lots of sprinting with some walking recovery. It may kick up the heat even more.
3. Incline for Flat Treadmill
In a perfect, outdoor world, flat roads rarely exist. (Sorry, midwestern readers!) Add some hills to that treadmill run by cranking up the incline, and feel the muscle-building burn!
4. Zumba for Elliptical
Trash that Cosmo-reading elliptical routine and surprise the body with a fun, calorie-burning cardio session. Sure beats staying stuck to a machine.
5. Planks for Crunches
OK have we said this enough? Crunches may not be the secret to six-pack abs. Give planks a try instead to work that wholecore. Extra points for holding it for a minute straight!
6. Warming up for Rushing Right To It
We know that barbell looks tempting. But before hitting the weight rack, do an active to loosen up limbs and get the most out of the workout.
7. Standing for Sitting at a Desk
How often does someone complain about having to sit in a cubicle all day? We have a simple solution (no college degree required)… stand. Use a pile of books to prop up the computer, or purchase .
8. Exercise Ball for Office Chair
Okay, we get it. Some people really don’t want to stand at their cubicle. So stay seated, but on a Swiss ball! It can help with balanceand that six-pack. Fitness at the fingertips!
9. Gym for Napping
Falling asleep at the wheel? Pull over. Tired in front of the TV? Hit the gym. It provides a big boost of energy and burns calories.
10. Free Weights for Machines
Skip the big machines (they’re sweaty anyway) and go for the little guys— are more versatile and allow for a full range of motion in the joints.
11. Pull-Ups for Biceps Curls
Isolating muscles is so 2012. Pull-ups are not only impressive (I can do two, thankyouverymuch) but they work than one muscle. Talk about multitasking.
12. Squats for Leg Press
Forget staying seated to work out the legs. Amp up the training sesh and do some squats to strengthen all the , with some gluteus maximus work in there too!
