Staying fit is undoubtedly one of the most important
components to staying healthy. However, becoming and staying fit isn’t easy.
Most people complain of doing whatever it takes without getting the results
they desire. However, any fitness goal can be achieved fast and easy provided
you understand the simple “building blocks” of fitness success. Let’s get right
into it;
Set fitness goals
Different people have different fitness goals. Some people want
to get ripped, others just want to be able to run 10 miles non-stop. You should
set goals depending on the fitness levels you want to achieve first before you
start your fitness journey. Goal setting will give you direction and help you
gauge progress. One of the key reasons why many people struggle in their
fitness journey is because; they have no direction, assessment mechanisms.
Have fun/enjoy
If you don’t purpose to enjoy your fitness journey from the
start, you’re going to have serious challenges along the way. It’s easy to get
tired/lose interest while reaching for your fitness goals. My advice - if the
thought of running on a treadmill 5 times a week is unbearable, don’t do it!
Instead, find physical activities you enjoy doing. If you love the outdoors,
you can achieve the same fitness goal hiking. If you are a social person, ditch
the treadmill and join a running club. Linking your fitness journey with fun
but beneficial activities will help you stay consistent. You never get bored
doing something you love.
Drink enough water
This is a commonly overlooked but critical component to
having a successful and consistent fitness journey. Although many people
struggle to see a link between fitness and water, staying hydrated is critical.
Your body can’t perform optimally (break down stored fat, build muscle, etc)
when you don’t drink enough water. Regarding intervals and amounts, it’s
advisable to “listen” to your body and watch out for some key signs of
dehydration. When exercising, you are bound to feel thirsty often. Drink as
much water as you need to quench your thirst. Also, watch out for the color of
your urine. Urinating small quantities of bright yellow urine is a common sign
of dehydration.
Take proteins and greens
Proteins are crucial in any fitness journey. A diet packed
with proteins will make you fuller for longer accelerating fat loss while
boosting muscle growth. However, focus on natural protein sources and train
hard. Before you consider protein supplementation, do your research. Bundling protein
with greens will also go a long way in providing you with essential vitamins,
fiber, minerals and antioxidants in your diet which are crucial for fitness and
overall health.
Get enough sleep
You need 6 to 8 hours of sleep a day to get the best fitness result. After strenuous workouts, your body needs time to recover. Lack of
enough sleep increases your cortisol levels hampering proper recovery.
Important: Some exercises such as strength/weight training have effects that go
beyond the gym. You continue burning fat hours after a serious weight training
session. For this reason, don’t “kill” yourself in the gym at the expense of
some good rest. Doing so is counterproductive.
Consider weight training
Cardio exercises are great. However, doing them without
lifting weights will make you “skinny fat”. Resistance training boosts your
metabolism. It builds lean muscle which allows you to burn more fat. Increased
muscle mass means less fat, more strength as well as a better shape and tone.
Think twice before skipping a weight training session.
Remain consistent
You can’t achieve your physical fitness goals if you are not
consistent. You must show up when you need to and put in work. You can’t get
physically fit in a week. Fitness is a journey made up of small consistent
efforts. This is precisely why you must choose physical activities that are
fun. Showing up every day to do something you hate is mentally challenging. It
doesn’t matter how slow you move. Purpose to keep moving, you’ll achieve your
fitness goals eventually.
In a nutshell, the above info. summarize the most important
fitness tips. Of course, there is much more to fitness than what we’ve
discussed above, however, follow this information to the letter and start
getting some results. It’s advisable to do more research since fitness is a
vast subject that can’t be covered in one blog post.
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