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Step One
Develop motivation and think positively
with determination to follow through a
fitness program. To bring results the process takes
time and effort with total commitment involving both
mind and body.
Step Two
Commit to a get fit schedule listing
goals and time. Prioritize areas needing more attention
in terms of
weight loss, muscle building, toning, stamina and
cardiovascular strengthening.
Step Three
Monitor and write down daily eating
habits and adjust accordingly for better food intake.
Eating fatty foods, sweets, snacking throughout the day
point to needed change in diet.
Step Four
Join a local fitness group or health
club for support, instruction and fun with like-minded
people.
Step Five
Buy the right kind of equipment that
meet the goal of fitness. Depending on the program,
items like a bike, good tennis shoes, jogging gear,
sweats, weights, mats and exercise machines help attain
the goal.
Step Six
Read articles and books on fitness that
pertain to your goals. Visit the local bookstore and
browse the
health and fitness section for a good book and
magazine. Knowledge insures correct procedures that
lessen the chance of injury while exercising or dieting.
Step Seven
Get proper rest and sleep each day to
allow the body time to rebuild.
Tips & Warnings
- Let the family get involved for mutual
fun, support and conditioning. At the least tell them about
your goals or change in diet, or make workouts a family
event.
- Every fitness program contains
specific means for fitness. Bicycling and running works
on legs, lungs and cardiovascular health; weigh lifting
builds muscles while aerobics tone. Know the program
that's right for you.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol, neither of
which keeps the body fit.
- Don't weight lift alone when using
heavy weights. Include a friend for help and safety.
- Never ride a bicycle without a helmet.
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