Embarking on a fitness journey is an exciting and empowering decision with the potential for long term benefits. But it can also be overwhelming for beginners. Whether your goal is to improve your overall health, build muscle, lose weight or anything else, there’s a lot to think about. Here are our top 5 essential ideas to help simplify things and get you going on the path to fitness success.
1. Set clear goals for your fitness program
Before you get started, it can be very helpful to set clear, achievable goals. Having specific goals that you can see yourself progressing towards is a great way to help stay focused and motivated. We’ve written about goal setting before, so check out that post for more info.
2. Start slow
When things are new and your enthusiasm is high, it can be easy to jump fully into a new fitness routine and overload yourself. Instead, start slower and try and build sustainable habits. Jumping into intense or high volume workouts too quickly can easily lead to injury or burnout (or both). Begin with moderate intensity exercises and gradually increase things as your fitness program improves.
3. Find what you enjoy
Another tip we’ve written about before, enjoyment is key to building long-term sustainable habits. You’re a lot less likely to stick with something you don’t like, so try new things out to try and find options for fitness that keep you coming back for more.
4. Remember to warm-up
It can be tempting to skip the warm-up and just get on with your main workout. But warming up is an essential component of preparing your body for exercise. It can reduce your risk of injury, increase performance and decrease how hard your workout feels. Read more about the benefits of warming up here.
5. Listen to your body
Pay attention to the signals your body is giving you as you begin your new fitness routine. Some soreness after your first workouts is normal and expected. But sharp or sudden pains, severe fatigue, or soreness that lasts more than a day or two is not. Pushing through pain can lead to injury. Remember, rest and recovery are just as essential to successfully meeting your fitness goals as the workouts themselves.
Starting a new fitness journey is a fantastic step towards a healthier, happier you. By setting goals, starting slow, prioritising enjoyment, warming up properly, and listening to the signals your body gives you, you’ll be well on your way to workout success. If you’re looking for more guidance and support on your journey, reach out to our friendly personal trainers here at Xpress Personal Training.
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