Lunchtime workout advice

Maximus0005
Maximus0005 Posts: 85 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Any advice on how to go back to work after a workout and not continuously sweat? I tried yesterday by showering and making sure I dried completely but it didnt seem to do anything.

I may have to avoid these in the future but was hoping anyone had a secret to share

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  • erickirb
    erickirb Posts: 12,294 Member
    Do less intense cardio, or do strength training, and give yourself enough time to cool down. I workout 5 days/week at lunch, but only workout for 30 minutes max to give myself some time to cool down (20 minutes prior to going back to work)
  • gshoemaker06
    gshoemaker06 Posts: 264 Member
    Do less intense cardio, or do strength training, and give yourself enough time to cool down. I workout 5 days/week at lunch, but only workout for 30 minutes max to give myself some time to cool down (20 minutes prior to going back to work)

    ^This. Also, I make my showers cold. I'll start off slightly warm and turn it down as I go. Usually chills my body and keeps me cold for the rest of the day.
  • ErinBeth7
    ErinBeth7 Posts: 1,625 Member
    Do less intense cardio, or do strength training, and give yourself enough time to cool down. I workout 5 days/week at lunch, but only workout for 30 minutes max to give myself some time to cool down (20 minutes prior to going back to work)
    This!! You need time to cool down if you're doing an intense work out.
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    And give your body a chance to cool down before you shower. If I hop in the shower right away, it doesn't matter how much cold water I endure, as soon as I get out I turn right back into a sweaty mess.
  • brittnicoledav
    brittnicoledav Posts: 113
    i usually will take a little walk before heading back to the office, i find it allows my heart rate to get back to normal, also, the cold shower thing!
  • asticoral
    asticoral Posts: 99
    Might consider no impact / aerobic stretching and balancing like simple yoga-type exercises. Will warm your muscles up, get the blood flowing but not racing
  • Dub_D
    Dub_D Posts: 1,760 Member
    I always get my workouts in at lunch and return to work sweaty. I wash my face and get changed back into my work clothes. I may look bad for the afternoon but at least I looked good in the morning before my lunch time run, plus saved myself some time to spend with my daughter after work!

    The way I look at it is, it's well worth it!
  • BetterMike
    BetterMike Posts: 131 Member
    A small $10 fan.

    I run at lunch, shower and start sweating by the time I get to my desk. With the use of a very small fan though and I am good after about ten minutes.
  • Dub_D
    Dub_D Posts: 1,760 Member
    A small $10 fan.

    I run at lunch, shower and start sweating by the time I get to my desk. With the use of a very small fan though and I am good after about ten minutes.

    Great idea.. also when changing out of your work clothes just be naked for a few extra minutes! lol..it helps!
  • jnh17
    jnh17 Posts: 838 Member
    I always get my workouts in at lunch and return to work sweaty. I wash my face and get changed back into my work clothes. I may look bad for the afternoon but at least I looked good in the morning before my lunch time run, plus saved myself some time to spend with my daughter after work!

    The way I look at it is, it's well worth it!

    This exactly! I change back into my work clothes all sweaty but it's either that, or no working out. I look way better sweaty and skinny.
  • kelseyhere
    kelseyhere Posts: 1,123 Member
    i just go back to my desk red faced and still hot even after a shower. some people look at me weird, but i'd rather have red cheeks then be fat. don't let it be an excuse to skip working out. for me it's the best time of day to train. after work i'm sluggish and slow, and in the morning i'm not warm enough yet. take advantage.

    i think i may invest in a desk fan though, good call. only other suggestion is to keep a small ice pack (like the ones for your lunch box) in the break room freezer and hold it on your neck when you get back to your desk. that should help bring your temp back down.

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