Building confidence through exercise
My trainer, Swann Cardot, taught me something very important today: Don't hold on to things, habits, or ideas that don't work for you. Leave them behind and pick up something new. Holding on to exercises or habits that don't work for you only stalls your progress.
If the rain is keeping you inside the gym, here are a few good tips that will help you maximize the effects of your work out. Remember that you can achieve both cardiovascular and muscle strengthening on the treadmill.
Are you an athlete? Even if not competing professionally, how can you know that your enthusiasm for a sport can lead you to results? Use the method of visualization and you will soon be amazed with your results. This, by the way, applies to everyone, even those who are just contemplating changing their lifestyle and incorporating a light form of exercise to their daily routine.
When was the last time you competed against yourself? What goals have you set for yourself? Working out makes setting and reaching goals easier.
Have you been working hard at your routine but don't see results yet? Take a break. Skip the gym and call up your best friend for a day or evening of fun. Relax and take it easy. When you retun to the gym the day after you will be revitalized. Better yet, you will feel the benefits of your exercise routine immediately. Have a great weekend!
What is it exactly? Clean eating implies cutting out preservatives and chemicals our bodies cannot process. Instead, one should choose foods that:
All it takes is 30 secs of thinking before eating something. Soon, your new habits will become second nature.
If you were given the power to make your children and grandchildren healthier in the future what would you do today? The answer is simple: You already have the power and the power is in you. Start working out today!
It's easy to be cool in school: Just skip the sugary drinks that everyone is drinking and go for your own power smoothie. In a reusable water bottle, add a spoonful of your favorite flavor of whey powder. When time comes for your drink, add cold water and shake well. Your drink is not just cooler than everybody else's but it is also smarter: It keeps you strong and focused while making you feel full.
Working out makes you strong. It helps you think clearly. It helps you focus. Yes, it comes with health benefits as well….
Here is a guide for getting stronger from Men's Fitness Magazine.