INTRODUCTION
Exercising and dieting combine to form a healthier and happier life. Self-esteem elevates during the process of discipline and hard work. Keeping a get fit program takes little time, typically 30 minutes a day with the hardest part at the beginning–a willingness to start.
Things You’ll Need
- Fitness group
- Health club
- Bike
- Tennis shoes
- Jogging gear
- Sweats
- Weights
- Mats
- Exercise machine
- Reading material
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 andcardiovascular 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.
