Synopsis: If You Hate Exercise, Do THIS Instead
In the fast-paced world we live in, finding time to exercise often feels impossible, especially for those who detest traditional workouts. In “If You Hate Exercise, Do THIS Instead,” Dr. Eric Berg shares innovative solutions to seamlessly incorporate fitness into your daily routine without stepping foot in a gym. Drawing from decades of experience, he emphasizes that many people give up on fitness not due to laziness, but because conventional exercises clash with their natural inclinations.
Dr. Berg introduces practical tactics such as high-intensity micro-workouts during computer breaks, walking while on calls, and engaging in short outdoor tasks that provide both exercise and Vitamin D. He also discusses the power of small, achievable goals and emphasizes the importance of mindset—prioritizing health over weight loss. Other tips include incorporating eccentric exercises for maximum benefit, enhancing workouts with simple changes to your environment, and the advantages of high-intensity interval training.
By embracing these easy adjustments, anyone can improve their health and fitness without the dread of traditional workouts. Tune in to learn how to make movement a natural part of your lifestyle!
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Author Video Description
Discover 20 easy workout ideas for people who HATE exercise. Strengthen your muscles, get fit, and prevent sarcopenia with these easy workouts at home. Find out how to get fit without going to the gym!
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0:00 Introduction: The best workouts for people who hate exercise
0:56 Fitness tips for beginners who hate exercise
4:46 Soleus push-ups
9:39 Micro-workouts at home
14:26 Eccentric exercise to get fit without the gym
If you hate exercise or just don’t have time to work out, this video is for you! Small changes can make a huge difference. Try these easy tips to get fit without the gym.
1. Take a 3-minute break every hour for high-intensity (HIIT) exercise.
2. Do a 4-second HIIT exercise, 20 times per day.
3. Do weight training, 15 minutes a week.
4. Walk or pace while talking on the phone.
5. Sit on the floor while watching TV.
6. Do work outside in the sun.
7. Do soleus push-ups during work.
8. Walk after each meal.
9. Wear a weighted vest.
10. Combine creatine with strength training.
11. Focus on the right mental state.
12. Get healthy to lose weight.
13. Focus on small, attainable goals.
14. N.E.A.T., or non-exercise activity thermogenesis.
15. Try micro-workouts.
16. Make your environment more exercise-friendly.
17. Opt for HIIT vs. a long jog.
18. Get a workout buddy or trainer.
19. Pair exercise with other fun activities.
20. Focus on eccentric exercise.
Eccentric exercise involves elongating the muscle. Focus on eccentric movements for quicker muscle improvements. Eccentric exercise leads to significant neural adaptations, increases muscle tension, improves chronic tendinopathy, stimulates stem cell growth, promotes collagen production, and helps combat age-related muscle loss.
Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.
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Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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Thanks for watching! I hope you’ll try these simple exercises for beginners to get fit without the gym. I’ll see you in the next video.
Video “If You Hate Exercise, Do THIS Instead” was uploaded on 12/06/2025 to Youtube Channel Dr. Eric Berg DC



































I stuck a treadmill in front of my TV and i went from getting like 2k steps a day, to an average of 9k daily immediately. Some days I'll get close to 20k 😊 its a cheat code
Dr Berg! I’m proud of you! You’ve come so far in your own health journey I’ve realized after this video. Educating yourself and then us as well. I started watching your channel years ago when I needed some chiropractic advice, then I saw you branch out to nutrition and I said Heck ya! I want to know more about nutrition. Thanks for all you do!
Loved the AI fat version of dr. Berg 😅
Excellent! Every time I think I should go to the gym I find a lot of excuses.. also, when you're not young / out of shape you don't feel like mixing with perfect bodied fitness enthusiasts 😶🌫
I used to love your videos, but lately your editor has been cramming them full of very bad AI clips.
I do rowing for 15 minutes to warm up do 2 sets of 4 or 5 exercises do red light therapy 20 min then to dry sauna for 10 min . This is my 2nd week do it 4 to 5 times a week at 63 going to be 64 in January already feel a difference 😊
really thankful for this video it gave me hope and direction
I once had to do a project with another guy abroad. As he was away from his home gym we would go for a walk at lunchtime and he would carry a small rucksack with him and do arm curls the whole time.
There's no way I am going to the gym it's just not my thing but i will take the opportunity to do squats when emptying the dishwasher and all sorts of stretches and so on just as part of routine activity.
instead of exercise…exercise 😀
Can I still work the calf muscle if my knee is hurting?
great tips. thank you
I run inside the hallways at work i make sure nobody is looking.😊
Please don't advise people to go out into a beautiful countryside to exercise and blare out music or podcasts on speakerphone.
The important thing is to start somewhere and do something.
10min a week from home is a good start, the next week you could bump it up to 20min, or retract 10min the week after, then maybe a couple of times a week…. A basic fitness app has done wonders for me!
Love this 🔥 🔥 🔥
Creatine is POISONOUS!
Dr Burg, I’m a long time subscriber and I always find great value in your videos, I’m a truck driver, I’m home every night, but a lot of us are not…can you do a video for truck driver health one day please ! I love the seated calf raise you recommend 👏🏽
I havr an omni orbital foot pedaller under the kitchen table and I pedal every day.
It’s not that I hate working out or don’t have time, my whole life I have had lactic acid buildup in my muscles anytime I did anything and the pain is excruciating and lasts for 10 days
Yet again sir, you are the greatest!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
TY Doc 😊✌🏼
In my opinion, 80% of the "battle" is based on how much time you spend on 11, 12, 13, 16, and 19. The clearer your vision and understanding of those 5 items, the more you will ensure a successful, LONG-TERM behavioral/lifestyle change.
I like to exercise but I hate going to GYM !
Sun grounding walk. weights
Definitely needed this.. Thanks aton @dr. Eric Berg DC.
I'm a freelancer and work almost the whole day. I do spend half an hour in the garden, digging holes, planting, watering but I'm not moving enough. Given that I have other issues – PCOS, anxiety, insulin resistance, despite lowering my carb & adding lots of veggies + animal protein (definitely helped with weight management).
This video is just on time! Thanks so much!
Dr. Berg, this is the most practical "no-excuses" guide to movement I've ever seen! 🤩 Thank you for validating that we don't need a boring 45-minute treadmill session to make real progress. The whole concept of aligning exercise with our biology is brilliant.
The tips for "micro-workouts" are truly genius. I was completely blown away by the:
4-second High-Intensity workout [01:38] (ridiculously small goal, huge impact!).
Solius Push-ups [04:47] for blood sugar balance while sitting.
And especially the focus on Eccentric exercises [14:28] as the best therapy for tendons and slowing sarcopenia. That level of detail is gold!
For the community: Which one of these micro-hacks are you going to implement right away? Are you going to walk during phone calls, or try sitting on the floor while watching TV? Let’s share our favorite "NEAT" strategies! 👣📺
I am 58 and lift weights once a week. Is that too little? because older men have low testosterone. And what about " growth hormone"?
I can not go hard but I can grind. I like swimming freestyle laps for 2 and 1/2 hours. I have torn cartilage and no ACL.
If you liked this, you’ll love my other video about getting the maximum benefit from exercise, watch it now!
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