Who knew a simple little mason jar could help you on your path to losing weight? They're perfect for protein- and fiber-packed
overnight oats if that's your wholesome breakfast of choice or for
bringing a green breakfast smoothie on your work commute. And the widemouthed jars are great for
packing salads for the week to keep calories in check at lunchtime. It doesn't end with nutrition, though; a mason jar is also a great workout tool.
Help kick off 2015 right by making this a motivational mason jar. Here's how it works: cut up 20 or so strips of paper, and write down short, one-exercise ideas that take about a minute to complete. Here are some ideas: 8
burpees 20 push-ups 1-minute plank 3
sun salutations 1-minute
lateral bends 15
triceps dips 20 bicep curls 15
shoulder rolls in both directions 15
v-sits 5
inchworms 1-minute
butt kicks 20
bicycle crunches 1-minute
mountain climbers 8
reverse burpees 10
push-up walks (5 on each side) 1-minute
skip jumps 15
plank jacks 1-minute
squats 20 jumping jacks 1-minute run in place Fold the strips of paper, and throw them in the jar. Keep it on your bedroom nightstand or dresser, and as soon as you pop out of bed, reach into the jar and pull one out. If you're feeling extrainspired, do another exercise, or do a few. Although not a major calorie-burning workout, a little exercise in the morning can
boost your metabolism. But more importantly, it'll get you excited about moving, which can help motivate exercise later in the day.