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Have fun, stay disciplined and consistent in fitness

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These are some coaches and exercises that will help you to move at least 5 minutes per day. If you want to stop being a couch potato and be on your way to moving more, losing more weight and feeling better, then save this list.
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A little goes a long way

Never underestimate the power of somatic movements and meditations… If you can start with breath work and relaxing practices, your body will feel more mindful and disciplined to uplevel in exercies and fitness.

 
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Sometimes the reason we don't want to move in the first place or we can't lose stubborn belly fat, is because we have stored stress and trauma in the body. We were so wired and comfortable to live in fight or flight, that we don't even give ourselves...

The Workout Witch gives you video tutorials and ebooks on easy somatic exercises to do on the floor or bed. It's a great way to heal stress and condition our mind and body to move more consistently.
The Workout Witch
 
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Whenever I feel overstimulated, I put on this meditation from Yoga with Adriene. A stabilized nervous system helps you to more likely focus on your workout routine.
Meditation For Balancing The Nervous System
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Wim Hof's breathing technique is one of the first practices I've done to mitigate anxiety especially during the morning and evening. It's the perfect way to improve mind-body connection!
Breathing Exercises - Wim Hof Method

5 mins min Movement!

If you can pick one of these exercises and stick to it everyday for just 5 mins, you'll have no problem working out daily.

 
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This is the most brief, easiest stretch routine to do everyday, whether alone or paired with another workout. I always feel energized!
5 Minute Full Body Stretch | Total Body Yoga
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Lilly's 5 minute stomach fat burner workout is one of my all time faves! It's helped me in the beginning to stay disciplined. It's also helped bring out my 2 lines on my stomach!
LOSE FAT in 7 days (belly, waist & abs) | 5 minute Home Workout
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If you're really busy but you want to be productive or have a quick workout in, then do this 5 min arm exercise!
Quick Burn Arms! Incredible Arm Toning Workout - no equipment, no pushups!
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Things that aren't formally called exercising but help burn calories

You know, tasks in your daily routine can serve as your workout of the day.

 
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Walk around your house, your street, the park. Park your car far from the mall and walk the steps. Maybe walk a whole staircase instead of taking the elevator.
Walking: Trim your waistline, improve your health - Mayo Clinic
 
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Clean your AC, the top of your drawers, bend and vaccuum your carpets or under the sofa.
The Complete Household Chores List | 2024 - Bungalow
 
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Idk about you, but I feel as if I walked a marathon after washing my car lol. Save money, burn calories.
How to Wash Your Car - Consumer Reports

Coaches

I'm open to trying routines of various coaches, but here are some that have been with me on my journey at the beginning up to now.

 
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I love Lilly because her workouts are so brief and beginner-friendly. They keep me focused and motivated to do them everyday. She also has an app called Lean that gives you specific exercises and meal plans for you.
Lilly Sabri
 
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Cassey was my first ever virtual fitness coach. When I first wanted to lose weight, I discovered her pilates youtube channel called Blogilates. Her high energy is so contagious! She talks to you like your best friends during your workouts so you take...
Cassey Ho
 
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Brett has so many somatic yoga practices and even dances! She makes the seriousness of yoga so fun. You'll feel good after her workouts.
Brett Larkin
 
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Adriene is my best friend when I challenge my yoga. She seems so serious and zen on the outside, but lowkey she's so quirky and funny. She's like your mom and best friend at the same time. You feel so guided and inspired to keep going.
Yoga With Adriene
 
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Zumba is such a fun, fat burning cardio activity. Beto is such a fun soul to dance along with. Check out some of his old dance videos on youtube “Zumba cardio party”
Beto Perez
 
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If you love kpop, you'll love dancing along to it! Three minutes in, I'm already sweating!
Golfy Dance Fitness