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Yes. I've been doing daily exercise for about 8 months, mostly daily 7-min workouts, and I feel nearly as fit as when I saw a trainer for 2 hours/week. Also,
by dsjoerg 13y ago
Yes. I've been doing daily exercise for about 8 months, mostly daily 7-min workouts, and I feel nearly as fit as when I saw a trainer for 2 hours/week. Also, this form of exercise has turned into a habit I can't weasel out of.
The rule is: no shower unless I've done some form of exercise. The 7-minute workout counts, so I'm doing one or two 30-minute runs a week, and the rest of the days are 7-min workouts.
Many comments in this thread are failing to address the question of exercise in a rational way. As I see it the relevant questions are:
* What are the incremental benefits of Alternative X (such as "lift weights 3-4 times a week")? Clearly there are benefits, but without a guess as to the magnitude of the benefit, one cannot rationally evaluate it vs the costs.
* Is there a superior alternative to Daily 7-Min that takes about the same time?
* How much better is a daily 7-min than doing nothing?
- Detrus 13y agoYes there is a superior alternative that takes about the same time. Buy a 100 lb weight set and add weight to your 7 minute workout.
- k-mcgrady 13y agoYou've just added a barrier now. Most people don't want to buy or store weights. One of the appeals of the 7MW is that it requires no equipment.
- Detrus 13y agoHe wanted something better in 7 minutes. Also keep in mind that sooner or later you'll get bored with a workout that doesn't even prevent your shape from worsening. 100 lbs of weight takes up a square foot of space. Most people who come to the gym not knowing what to do with themselves gravitate towards a few light weights they could have at home.
- lugg 13y agoI like your rule. Been thinking about this for the days I can't quite get up early enough for a run. I think you just confirmed my thoughts so your rule is now my rule.