Where do you start on the road to improving your fitness? There is no better place to start on your journey than at the beginning.
Here are 5 Quick Tips on how you can get started on your fitness journey.
1. See Your Primary Care Doctor. Before you start, see your doctor for a complete physical examination and make them aware of your plans to begin a workout routine. Make sure that your doctor gives you the “all clear” check-off or provides you with information on limitations or restrictions you make have in exercising.
2. Find A Workout Partner. A workout partner is the person you will be accountable to as you begin your workout journey. Your accountability partner will have your back and will help you stay on course as you engage in your workout journey.
3. Start Slow and Easy. Perform exercises that you know you can do. Avoid starting with a difficult work out. The result is usually soreness and discouragement. The goal is to be able to return for the next workout.
4. Use Proper Technique. Make sure you understand how to work the equipment or how to do the exercise. One of the easiest ways to get injured is using improper technique.
5. Be Consistent. Look at your schedule before you start your workout journey. Establish a realistic workout plan that fits your life schedule, then stick to it. Avoid missing your scheduled workouts. However, if your schedule changes, avoid long lapses in workouts. Jump back into the routine quickly.