Beginner Tips
Hi there everyone,
Just wanted to get a few tips out there to all you people about to begin an exercise program it’s easy to get all gung-ho and start lifting weights or running long distances without having a plan And I want people to start exercising and stick with it for life not be injured or put off in the first few weeks so here are some tips, some I’ve learnt the hard way, others I’ve read or seen. In no particular order-
* Have a plan or goal of what you want to achieve and write it down
* Research any program before you buy it has to fit your goals not the other way round
* Decide where you will exercise- gym or home
* Don’t spend a fortune on equipment. Do body weight exercises for a start if you want
* Always warm up before lifting. Eg skip rope, run on the spot, exercise bike
* Don’t lift too much weight for the first month make sure you’re performing the exercise correctly
* Mix in some cardio if you are weight training or some weight training if you are just doing cardio
* Don’t read too many books or magazines they will confuse you, stick to your original program
* Change your routine around after 4 weeks so you don’t get bored
* Plan a time to do your exercise into your schedule- stick to it!
* Don’t listen to negative advice/comments by friends or family it’s your body and your life!
* Allow at least a day between workouts so your body can recover- when beginning two can be better
* Eat good foods to help your body recover
* Work on your diet in combination with exercising it will bring results
* Cool down properly after a workout or run with stretching, your body will thank you tomorrow
* Drink heaps of water daily
* Just start today!!
That’s enough for today I’ll post some more another day reread the list and apply it to yourself it’s worth it at the start.
Cheers Brendan
PS Please post any tips you have for everyone to share