Coach Rozy

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY

*6 Quick Tips for an Insanely Productive Day

*Adapted from SUCCESS Magazine On-Line.

When we speak to folks about training and reaching their physical goals the number one excuse, oh, my bad; their reason for delaying the process is that THEY JUST DON’T HAVE THE TIME TO GET THINGS DONE.

To help combat that reason – we offer 6 QUICK TIPS FOR A PRODUCTIVE DAY – which might help you free up some time to get in that 30 minute workout!

1. Dream On
If pressing snooze is a consistent part of your morning routine, press on. But enjoy those precious extra 20 minutes responsibly by preparing for your day the night before. Select a spot near the front door to place everything you can’t forget. In the morning, you’ll be able to grab-and-go. You’ll feel more efficient and start the day off on a positive note.

2. Driving Efficiency
Your morning drive is valuable time that can be better spent learning or taking care of business then. Take advantage of the quiet time by making calls for that long overdue dentist appointment or catching up with old friends and family. Maybe you have a business call or two to make. I know when I drive from Gayville to Yankton, it’s only about a 10-15 minute drive; but going back and forth gives me a 30 minute window to make calls that I would need to do when I get back to the office. I also work to make those early morning calls, when it’s 6:00 am here – it’s 7:00 am on the East Coast, so I set up chat time then.

3. One-Click Time-Savers
Out of your favorite pens? Favorite vinaigrette? Toilet paper? These days, online shopping is more than just a bad habit. Sites offer grocery items, toiletries and cleaning supplies. You’ll get exactly what you need and avoid a trip to the store. Some stores have a shopping service. They will actually shop for you and drop off your goods – or you can swing by and pick them up. Great service and great for saving store time – workout instead and when you’re done – swing by the store and get your stuff.

4. Map Your Errands
When dry cleaning drop-offs, library pickups and clothing returns pile up, cut down your at-the-wheel time by plotting out your destinations before you leave. Pro tip: Liven up Errand Day by catching up on your favorite podcast or audiobooks.

5. One Batch at a Time
Is your to-do a mile long? Batch your tasks by category (household, work, health, etc.) and knock them out all at once. You’ll be more efficient and save your brain the strain of switching gears.

6. Quick Pay; Quick Save
Embrace the power of your smartphone. Many banks offer remote deposit and bill pay features with their mobile apps. Forget that trip to the bank, and pay bills from the comfort of your couch.

By finding small ways to save 5-10 minutes here and there, you can find 30-45 minutes 3-4 times a week that allow you to get in a training session and achieve high levels of success; both in your time management and in your physical performance!