Exercise Videos - Benefits Vs Consequences
The benefits versus consequences of exercise videos is an interesting topic.
Exercise videos have been around for a while.
For some, exercise videos are convenient, a lower cost alternative to getting fit, and a way for the shy ones to start a lifestyle change.
But others feel that doing it alone at home with no one to keep the momentum going is easier said than done.
Remember the Jane Fonda exercise video craze? Or how about Suzanne Somers? And who can forget Richard Simmons? Nowadays, there's belly dancing, pilates, yoga, tae bo...
the list goes on.
No doubt exercise videos have made their mark on us that's why they are still around.
Exercise videos are convenient.
For some, the effort of getting in their cars to get a workout is daunting especially if the closest gym is an hour away.
Not to mention battling the weather or struggling through traffic.
What about the cost of the workouts? At an average of $20 per video, doing the video 3x a week for 2 months gets you back its retail cost.
But gym memberships entail a bigger lump sum output with hidden costs like gas, parking and drive time.
Then there are those who are still trying to get used to the routine of a workout.
For many, the exercise movements may be awkward especially for those who are overweight.
Some can't get into the positions, while others can't last the number of sets required.
Others are self-conscious and embarrassed to show up in their camouflage workout clothes as compared to the regular lulu lemon gym rats.
However, there are people who crave human contact while doing their workouts.
Many prefer the live setting to get feedback from their trainers and instructors.
Others need the encouragement and support of people in the workout sessions to keep them going.
While others, still, need that change of environment to inspire them to get results.
There are definitely benefits and consequences to exercise videos.
Convenience, cost, self-image and social interaction are all factors that affect our choice, but whatever we decide to go with, the most important thing is to be aware of these factors so we can make the best choice for us.
Exercise videos have been around for a while.
For some, exercise videos are convenient, a lower cost alternative to getting fit, and a way for the shy ones to start a lifestyle change.
But others feel that doing it alone at home with no one to keep the momentum going is easier said than done.
Remember the Jane Fonda exercise video craze? Or how about Suzanne Somers? And who can forget Richard Simmons? Nowadays, there's belly dancing, pilates, yoga, tae bo...
the list goes on.
No doubt exercise videos have made their mark on us that's why they are still around.
Exercise videos are convenient.
For some, the effort of getting in their cars to get a workout is daunting especially if the closest gym is an hour away.
Not to mention battling the weather or struggling through traffic.
What about the cost of the workouts? At an average of $20 per video, doing the video 3x a week for 2 months gets you back its retail cost.
But gym memberships entail a bigger lump sum output with hidden costs like gas, parking and drive time.
Then there are those who are still trying to get used to the routine of a workout.
For many, the exercise movements may be awkward especially for those who are overweight.
Some can't get into the positions, while others can't last the number of sets required.
Others are self-conscious and embarrassed to show up in their camouflage workout clothes as compared to the regular lulu lemon gym rats.
However, there are people who crave human contact while doing their workouts.
Many prefer the live setting to get feedback from their trainers and instructors.
Others need the encouragement and support of people in the workout sessions to keep them going.
While others, still, need that change of environment to inspire them to get results.
There are definitely benefits and consequences to exercise videos.
Convenience, cost, self-image and social interaction are all factors that affect our choice, but whatever we decide to go with, the most important thing is to be aware of these factors so we can make the best choice for us.