IT'S TIME FOR A NEW BODY IN 2017
We hope you’ve all had an amazing Christmas and spent quality time with your families.
We thought it would be a good time to post some tips to kick start your fitness journey and getting you ready for your new body in 2017
Although January is less than a week away, don't wait.... START NOW!
You'll be one step ahead of everyone else who will be starting!
DON'T DELAY • START TODAY
It's time for a better body in 2017!
>> No quick fixes
>> No fad diets, cleanse, shakes or pills.
>> No "drop a stone in a week" misleading rubbish.
It's all about long lasting, healthy results.
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#1. HAVE A GOAL IN MIND & CREATE A ROUTINE
Research shows that on average it takes 66 days to form a habit.
This means that your new fitness routine will take a little over two months to stick.
You may need some help in creating a good structured fitness routine, tailored to your goals, which will help you get to your goals.
START NOW - Don't wait until January!
#2. MAKE TIME FOR EXERCISE
We all lead very busy lives.
Using the excuse “I don’t have time to go to the gym” is the grown up version of “My dog ate my homework”
If you want something, stop complaining and do something about it!
#3. LEARN TO WALK BEFORE YOU CAN RUN
Rushing into a fitness plan or committing to 10 HIIT classes per week without thought will set you up for failure.
If you’re new to exercise, try out some gentle walking, jogging or lighter weights in the gym.
You’ll soon be running to more and more exercise classes after a few weeks as your fitness level improves.
#4. TRAIN WITH A FRIEND
You are more likely to stick to a fitness programme if you train with someone who will motivate you and push you.
If you make an appointment with someone who won’t let you down (and make sure you don’t cancel), you’re more likely to turn up to the session - especially if you’re friend is committed!
Also, training with a friend makes the time go much quicker and still get a great workout.
#5. SET LONG & SHORT-TERM GOALS
Fitness is for life - not just for January! On a serious note, as we get older, things start to go wrong with our bodies.
Some of those things can be prevented though fitness and healthy living.
If you are overweight, your knees are taking the strain - leading to Arthritis and other diseases.
For short-term goals, they could be for a party coming up, a school reunion, a holiday… Set a solid goal and keep reminding yourself of your goal.
Put a picture of your holiday destination and a countdown to keep you motivate.
#6. WORKOUT WITH A PERSONAL TRAINER
Personal Trainers are so valuable when it comes to achieving great results.
They will help you define your goals in more detail, create a well structured and safe fitness programme, keep you motivated, and make you accountable - Plus you won’t cancel on a training session, as you know they are waiting for you at the gym/studio/park.
#7. KEEP IT INTERESTING
Pounding the treadmill for 30 minutes is for most people, boring!
Having a set routine makes things easier, as you don’t have to think up what you are going to do when you made your appointment for exercise - whether it be in the gym or at home.
But varying your routine will keep you interested. HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) is a great way of
a) Keeping things interesting and
b) Having a great workout if you’re short on time
#8. CLEAR OUT THE CRAP
As it’s nearly January, we are all bound to have tonnes of sweets, chocolates, crips and goodness knows what else lurking in our cupboards…. GET RID OF IT ALL before January.
Use the few days after Christmas to donate or dispose of all your naughty foods before you commence your fitness journey.
You are more likely to eat healthier without the temptation of the odd chocolate bar in the fridge that your Aunty Betty gave you for Crimbo!
#9. NUTRITION IS KEY
Ever heard me say the phrase “Abs are made in the kitchen”? Well, it’s true.
You cannot out work a bad diet.
There’s no point working your a$$ off 3-4 times per week, burning 100s of calories then having pie and chips for your dinner.
IT DOES NOT WORK!!
Cut out sugar, drink more water (3 litres per day), protein with every meal, loads of green, leafy vegetables… It doesn’t cost a lot of money either!
NUTRITION IS KEY TO A HEALTHY LIFE!
#10. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY
“No pain, no gain” - Yes and no… There’s different type of pain.
Muscle soreness is good, means you’ve worked your muscles.. “OUCH!” pain - Not good. If you have an injury or are worried about something, get it checked out by a professional.
Don’t be egoistic and train through it; It could lead to more problems down the line and you could be out for a long time and then you will have to start again :(
IT'S TIME FOR A NEW BODY IN 2017!
If you need some help and motivation, please drop us a line and we will help you.
