Feel the burn in the kitchen (not in the pan!)

What’s cooking, good looking?

We know when you’re pushed for time, exercise can be the first thing you ditch from your to-do list.

So, here are some simple exercises you can incorporate into your cooking time to get your heart pumping.

Can opener calf raises

Calf raises are simple to do and can improve circulation in your legs and feet. Don’t just save these for the kitchen either – pump some out while brushing your teeth or waiting for the bus!

Try it: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, toes pointing straight ahead and raise your heels so you’re standing on your tiptoes (as high as you can). Squeeze your calf muscles and hold for a second before lowering your feet down gently. Repeat.

Stove top squats

Squats are one of the most functional exercises you can master as they not only sculpt your legs, but they’ll tone your booty and strengthen your back too.

Try it: Next time you’re standing at the stove, place your feet shoulder-width apart, back straight and tighten your core. Bend your knees, stick your butt out and sit backwards (as if you’re about to sit on a chair). Think about keeping your knees in line with your toes and your weight in your heels. To stand, push up through your glutes and squeeze your bum at the top. Aim for 10 reps.

Ladle lateral leg lifts.

For another booty burner, give these sideways leg lifts a go next time you’re cooking dinner.

Try it: Transfer all your weight onto one leg. Lift the opposite leg sideways (about 45 degrees), keeping your hips facing forward. Squeeze your glute at the top before slowly lowering your leg to the ground. Aim for 10 reps before repeating on the other side.

Apron arm curls

You probably don’t give your biceps much thought, but you use them all the time. Every time you lift your cup of tea or pick up your child, you’re doing a variation of an arm curl.

Try it: Start by choosing a weighted object to hold – this could be a can, bottle of water, or larger bottle of Remedy Kombucha depending on how strong you’re feeling. Keep your elbow close to your waist and your palms facing outwards. Gently bend your elbow and curl the weight upwards, contracting your bicep (try to keep the upper arm still). Slowly lower your arm to the start position.  Aim for 10 reps before repeating on the other side.

Countertop push-ups.

This move is perfect is you want to target your arms, core, back and chest and really get your heart pumping.

Try it: Place both your hands on the countertop, shoulder-width apart. Step your feet back and lift your heels as if you were about to do a push-up on the ground. Keeping your stomach tight and your back flat, lower your chest towards the counter. Push up to the start position. Aim for 10 reps.

How do you squeeze exercise into your daily routine?

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