In Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, personal trainer Dmitri Simons created a series of car exercises to draw attention to increasing sedentary behavior in the Western world.
“No gym, no problem,” he says, and in a recent video on YouTube, he demonstrates “seatbelt rows,” using seat belts as pulleys.
Of course, to do that, you have to be sitting backward — and in the back seat. Other YouTube fitness gurus advocate using your commute time to get a little wiggle in your seat.
Carsercise brings aerobic energy to upper body strengthening while driving. These videos highlight the idea that it’s important to just get moving.
The average person spends up to 12 hours per day sitting, whether it’s in the car, on public transport or at work, according to JustStand.org/the-facts. The site says that 3.2 million deaths a year are related to physical inactivity.
Recently, sitting has been compared to smoking for its effects on our health. Consistent exercise habits are the solution.
Simons is the head trainer for Exercises.com.au, a site dedicated to helping people get more active and exercise correctly to avoid injury.
“It’s about building the habit,” Simons says.
While exercise is well known for its physical benefits, studies show it also has positive effects on our mental health. With rates of depression on the rise across the Western world, getting active has never been more important.
“The mind will follow the body, which is why a regular exercise routine is so important. Even if you start by exercising in your car,” Simon says.
Simon’s “Seatbelt Rows” video can be viewed on YouTube. youtu.be/wZIlQ4vVZfc. To see other car activities, Search “Car exercises” on YouTube. And please remember to keep your mind on the road.
SOURCE:-.theoaklandpress