10 push-ups and 10 squats every time I refill my water bottle. Is this a good idea? Does this cover all the muscles in the body? Any and all suggestions are welcome.
Context: I bought a little 600 mL/20.28 fl oz squeezy water bottle and am constantly sipping from it to control my calorie intake (lost 11 kg/24.25 lbs in less than 2 months, not just by replacing food with water; nevertheless, it helped a lot) and now am focusing on shaping my body. I got a bit careless now and started eating unhealthy again and I hate it. I am that kind of guy who lacks motivation, so I am trying to do 10 push-ups and squats every time I refill my bottle to motivate myself to start working out completely. Is this a good approach? Does this cover all my muscles? Would you suggest a better approach/exercises?
That should cover most of them and get you started. But how often a day is it?
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I find your curiosity and determination inspiring. Are you a man or a woman? If I think about it, I’m guessing around 15 times a day you’re filling that big bottle. Sounds like you’d be doing a decent amount of exercise. For leg work, 10 squats at a time might not be enough to build serious muscle. If you’re capable, doing more reps or fewer sets but at a higher rep count would be beneficial.
Make use of Sam Sulek’s split routine and cut your calories by 300 if you want to lose fat. Calculate the necessary protein to build muscle, mostly 1g protein per lb of bodyweight.
Remember that all gym rats don’t always feel like going to the gym. We force ourselves and are grateful for it afterward. 3L of water per day. Go, no matter how bad you feel. It’ll make you feel better.
Your approach is a solid way to stay active! Doing 10 push-ups and 10 squats every time you refill your water bottle helps build a habit and keeps you moving.
Muscle Coverage
Push-Ups: Work your chest, shoulders, and triceps.
Squats: Target your legs and glutes.
To mix it up, consider adding lunges, planks, or dips for a more balanced workout. You could also set a timer for every 30 minutes to keep things fresh. Stay consistent, and you’ll see great results!