Stretching:
This is the first and most vital step in any fitness or workout routine, forgetting to do these simple warm up exercises can cause great bodily damage.
Never let a lack of time prevent you from stretching before and after your routine. Also don't let age trick you into thinking that because you're young and energetic that you'll be alright.
Believe me; it WILL catch up with you later in life. So it's very wise to listen to your body and do what it's asking of you.
Adding Cross Training into Your Regime:
One of the workout routines we conducted while I served in the military, was a high intensity workout called, 'Gorilla Drills' and I hated them! You talk about a workout... Whew, I'm starting to sweat just thinking about it.
However, it was a drill which consisted of several exercises that we did for a set time limit and then we would rotate to the next exercise station. This would continue for 15 minutes intervals with a 2 minute break in between before starting another session.
After 30 minutes of this vigorous workout you looked forward to a well deserved cool down session. Well, that's what cross training is, you simply make a plan of several different exercises you've like to conduct. Set a time interval for each set and then start your routine.
Cross training is beneficial in two ways:
• You'll be working all your muscles at once which significantly reduce injuries!
• It helps you to stay motivated and focus on your overall success!
So, the next time you plan your workout routine try implementing cross training.
Don't be Afraid to Explore Outside Your Comfort Zone:
You have a solid workout routine in place but after about 3 months of the same thing week after week it starts to get boring... Sounds familiar?
Likewise, if you were to merge cross training, swimming, yoga or whatever exercise you enjoy into your routine, then you don't have to worry about getting bored because you'll always have something fresh and new to do every week.
Stepping outside the box, as they say, will keep you motivated and excited to continue striving to meet your fitness goals.
Seasonal Planning for Your Workout Routine:
Depending on your geographical location, the weather can be your Worst Enemy!
Rainy days might make you feel lazy and unmotivated while snowy days can keep you away from the gym and very humid days may make you feel tired, sweaty and disgusting thereby resulting in a decline in your routine.
And finally, when you're planning your workout routine remember to include programs for inside and outside so that you'll be covered when the time comes. Having a flexible fitness plan that covers the good and bad days will significantly increase your performance and enhance your physique.
Mike is exercise nut, he works out 3 times a week faithfully and
as a workout enthusiast he would like to share his knowledge with you.
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