Ten Fitness Tips

How to Stick to a Realistic Exercise Plan

Joan Rivers once said: "I don't exercise. If God wanted me to bend over, he'd have put diamonds on the floor,".

It's a fact that many of us simply do not enjoy exercising.

While we would all like to look trim, vibrant and sexy, the sweat and pain, plus lack of time, are obstacles - really excuses - for not keeping in shape.

Very few people in the world would not benefit from a proper fitness and nutrition program. But who listens?

Here are ten manageable tips to help you. You will also learn how to get the tools mentioned in all this tips.

Use these top 10 fitness tips to get your workout routine started today. As always, talk with your doctor before starting a new fitness or nutrition program.

Fitness Tip #1 - Set Realistic and Tangible Goals

Simply stating that you want to lose weight is not effective. Be specific.

For example, I want to lose 5 pounds of fat by July 14th. Go even further and complete a personal Mission Statement. Give reasons you will succeed and not let yourself falter.

Fitness Tip #2 - Measure Your Progress

Take your base measurements and then re-take them on a regular basis. You cannot measure your progress if you have no idea where you started from.

Fitness Tip #3 - Log Your Workouts

Each and every workout session should be logged. Keep all of your fitness logs in a binder and create your very own success journal.

Fitness Tip #4 - Mix Up Your Cardio Workouts

Cardio sessions should vary in intensity and in length. Try new cardio activities to keep things fresh.

Fitness Tip #5 - Strength Training Is Not Just for Men

Everyone should strength train. Strength training builds muscle and increases bone density. Train all major muscle groups 1-3 times per week. This is simple to do.

Fitness Tip #6 - Rest

Get 7-9 hours of deep sleep each and every night. Also rest your muscles by not working out 1-2 days each week.

Fitness Tip #7 - Warm Up

Warm up for 5-10 minutes before every workout session. You should feel a rise in your body temperature.

Fitness Tip #8 - Cool Down

Cool down by stretching out your entire body. This helps increase flexibility and decrease muscle soreness the next day.

Fitness Tip #9 - Nutrition Is Half the Battle

Eating small meals throughout the day complements your fitness routine. Learn to eat healthy and kick diets out of your life forever.

Fitness Tip #10- Stay Motivated

Find a workout partner. Sign up for a marathon. Work with a personal trainer. Do whatever it takes to remain committed. If you falter, let go of guilt and get back on your routine as soon as possible.

These 10 fitness tips build the foundation of a safe and effective fitness program.

Anyone can drop body fat and gain lean, toned muscle by following a realistic workout and nutrition plan. Stay the course and you will be healthier and happier for it.

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This article is for informational purposes only and is not meant to be taken as medical advice.