Basic classification of exercise will enable you to effectively utilize short time periods.
Exercise can be classified into two major types: strength-building (anaerobic) and cardiovascular (aerobic).
Strength-building exercises include exercises such as: free-weights, body-weight exercises (push-ups, sqats,etc) and core exercises and systems such as pilates. Cardiovascular exercises include: walking, jogging/running, cycling, elliptical, etc.
These classifications are general and overly simplified, but useful in planning your exercises.
Example:
You decide Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturday are aerobic days. On those days you plan/look for/discover time in which to perform aerobic-based exercises.
Tuesdays and Thursdays are strength-based. You leave Fridays and Sundays open for rest or whatever presents itself. Spontaneity is good!
The ratio of aerobic to anaerobic exercise will depend on your exercise goals.
These classifications are not exclusive. High intensity interval training and tai chi, when practiced as a martial art, are examples of exercises in which these classifications can overlap.
Plan it!
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