So you want to get into shape and you’ve finally realized it’s time. Congratulations! In this blog, we’ll explore the things that you should do before getting started with fitness.
Whether you’re looking for a new way of life, want to feel healthier and happier, or are just bored and want to try something new, there are many benefits of getting started with fitness. Here are some ways to start your journey down the path of fitness and how it will change your life in the long run.
What Is Fitness?
When you start, you can call yourself an athlete. Well, okay, maybe not right away. Fitness is a broad term. You can be an athlete for your job, but not an athlete in your life. So, why is it that fitness is so closely related to our culture?
First off, it’s a way of life. If you want to know how you feel in 30 days, do 10 pushups a day. If you want to know how you feel in a year, do 100 pushups a day. If you want to know how you feel in 2 months, do 100 pushups a day.
Even if you only do 15 pushups a day, you’ll feel stronger and healthier in just 3 months. When you hit a plateau, you’ll have a base to build on. And the number of pushups you can do will increase every time you increase the difficulty.
What to expect from a fitness journey
Often, when people have decided they want to make changes to their bodies, they set themselves up for failure. Many people don’t even take the time to understand what it is that they really want or need and make a series of choices that will accomplish that goal.
Fitness is the same way. Many people make these excuses that they cannot do something because “that’s not what I want,” “I don’t have the time,” “I’m not good at it,” or “I don’t want to get hurt.” Once they realize that they actually want to get better, they start putting more effort into the choices they are making and find ways to better motivate themselves.
How to get started with the first step
First, you need to decide what you want. Take some time and think about it. You’ll find that there are many different paths and ways to get into shape and try out different activities that will have you hitting your goals.
Whether you’re a regular gym-goer or you prefer to be more adventurous and work out at home, you’ll need to narrow down what your top reasons for wanting to start in fitness are. A lot of people go through a phase of simply wanting to look good but they fail to really get the physical benefits of being fit. This is one of the main reasons why many people give up on exercising.
On the other hand, there are people who are looking for their health or weight loss goals and want to feel good.
Exercises that can help you get into shape
This is a brief summary of some of the exercises that you can do if you are starting with exercise for the first time.
Basics
All exercises should be done with proper form and proper breathing.
Build Strength: Many exercises that you will want to do in your fitness journey are all exercises that target your muscles. Build strength with any of the many strength exercises.
Partial Squats: When performing this exercise, lower your hips down, then straighten your back and lift your chest. Do not let your hips fall backwards.
Lunges: While walking or running, this exercise helps increase endurance, balance, coordination and flexibility. With proper form, this exercise is great for people with high blood pressure or arthritis.
Where to find your first workout
One of the first things that you should do is make sure you have the basics. To do this, you need to figure out what you should do first. In many cases, you might need to find something that interests you.
You can find some fitness types of activities on Google or Bing or your local library. You can also check out a variety of fitness blogs and join fitness forums on the internet. You can also take advantage of fitness classes in your area and maybe meet some new people along the way.
The best way to find your first workout is to make it fun for you. Go to your local park or a nearby fitness centre and take a tour or just observe what’s going on. When you see a group of people exercising, sign up for one of their classes or check out their schedule.
When you’re starting out, start with walking or running
Walking or running are great ways to start if you have time and energy. They are easy to start, require no special equipment, and can be done indoors or outdoors. Walking and running help you burn calories as you take in more oxygen.
They also help you to work up a sweat, which can be an enjoyable side benefit. Walking is a great activity, to begin with, because there are many different walking routes.
Running can be more strenuous because you are training your body to work harder and exercise more. If you’re new to running, then you can train by walking. You can walk for 20 minutes, then run for 20 minutes, then walk for 20 minutes. You can increase your speed and add duration slowly as you get more comfortable.
Find a gym near you that offers the right program for you
If you are willing to sign up for a 3-month contract, at least at the gym, you can figure out what kind of routine works best for you. If you’re not happy with your gym, then check the reviews of other gyms in your area. Many people have only a few reviews, but they usually have pretty good results.
In addition, there are gym membership deals that you can find online. Most gyms offer different packages to different people. It’s important to research this information before buying.
Get some easy to follow workout plans
The key to becoming fit is to follow a workout plan that suits you.
However, it is possible to change things up a bit if you only have enough time to follow one plan.