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Fitness Tips Part I: PDF Print E-mail

The body innately changes when it recognizes the need to adapt to new stimulus over time.

The key is to create new stimulus within your body by consistently reworking the training variables of exercise; modality, intensity, duration and frequency. This will keep your workouts fresh and exciting, and your body adapting and transforming!  Below are 4 tips to get you started.

Tip#1 Keep it fun!
  • Chose exercises that you enjoy. This will keep you motivated and looking forward to your workouts.
  • Keeps you present and happy in the now, as opposed to postponing happiness until you “arrive” at your desired outcome.

Tip#2 Mix up cardiovascular intensity (High and Low Intensity)
  • Increases metabolic “furnace”
  • Burns greater percentage of body fat
  • Increases cardiovascular function
  • Note: Intensity relative to fitness level and personal intention.

Tip#3 Incorporate Resistance Training
  • Lean muscle burns 30-50 more calories per pound then fat (while at rest and during exercise)
  • Increases metabolic function
  • Increases functional strength, muscle toning.

Tip#4 Include Balance and Flexibility Training
  • Works on the mind-body connection.
  • Trains agonist (helper) muscle groups
  • Increases feelings of wellness and personal power.
  • Keeps body in balance and in a natural flow
 
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