Twist and Shout

Today’s comment? Do the Twist!

This is a truly amazing (and fun) way to work in some cardio and core strength training, and it doesn’t take up a lot of room or special equipment. It’s also an exercise you can sneak in at your desk, either standing or sitting in a swivel chair. (Before you pooh-pooh, try it for 30 seconds in a swivel chair. Not so trivial!)

I’ve also been working the twist into my morning walk with the dogs. They’re cute and fuzzy. I figure nobody’s looking at me!

Tip: Borrow a page out of yoga and hug the muscles of your stomach, pelvis, and legs in toward your bones when you twist. This makes you more stable, protects your joints, and adds a kick to the workout as well.

Thirty seconds of twist, repeated 5 times, counts as one “Thing” in the plan!