For some people, personal fitness comes quite naturally and for others it is something that has to be carefully planned and monitored for progress. Hopefully, the suggestions presented here are broadly applicable enough to help you in your fitness program, no matter how ambitious (or modest) your goals are.
Most people try to do fitness by weight lifting. Understand that an expensive gym membership or fancy equipment may not be necessary to really build muscles. All your body may need is a combination of intense exercises including squats, push-ups, pull-ups, leg raises, handstand push-ups and bridges.
Believe it or not, you can get in great shape just by walking. Use your heel to push off from the ground to place added stress on your calves. With arms bent at the elbows, swing them gently to tone this body area at the same time.
Generally speaking, you’ll want to pace your breathing so that you’re exhaling after each weight-lifting rep you do. This give your body more energy as you take in more air after each exhale.
Write down the exercises you do every day. Keep track of every workout you’ve done during the day, and be sure you keep track of any extra exercise as well. Purchase a pedometer and record your steps into your diary as well. It’s always easier to stay on track towards your fitness goals when you have a written record of your progress.
Create a schedule if you are not exercising enough or avoiding doing it at all. Try working out a specific number of days and sticking with your schedule. If you end up missing your workout for whatever reason, make it a priority to reschedule it at a later date.
It doesn’t matter what shape you’re in, these tips will help. Take the tips that fit you best and incorporate them into your routine. If you take the time to exercise, you’ll see the benefit for years.
