Fitness, My Friends

I'm currently in the process of getting back into shape for beach season. We all know that it is extremely difficult to stay on track and exercise so this is my inspirational page to help you along. Here are all of the fitness challenges and all the workouts I think can help you out...

Tip #1- Track Your Pace!

I know that running really isn't the most fun form of exercise. Personally, I see it as a necessary evil. So, if you choose to run I think it can really help you out to wear a watch that tracks your pace, or get an app on your fun to track how fast you are running. This way even if you just set out to run one mile you can set a goal of how fast you want to run it so you can challenge yourself! I have the iRunner app and I LOVE it. You should check it out, it is available in the App Store for free! Happy Running!

Tip #2- Find the Perfect Song!

    When you decide to go for a longer run you need to keep your pace steady. This is very difficult, especially near the end of your run when you start to get tired. One of my favorite things to do is to find a couple songs that have a fast-paced beat. Then, when you go for a run listen to these songs, the beat will help you keep your feet moving. If you want to go really in depth you can try to find songs that match your pace exactly, but that is just an option.

Tip #3- Recovery!

    After a long day at the gym or running around outside you are going to need something to help you put nutrients back into your muscles. Generally people who lift weights go for a protein shake or a vitamin supplement. They are just looking for something to put back all of the things they just worked off of their bodies. I know this may sound strange, but a good post-workout drink is chocolate milk. It has a lot of calcium for strong bones, protein to help build muscle, and some sugar to boost your blood sugar back up. Well, that's all I have for today. Don't hurt yourselves.

Tip #4- Take a Day Off!

    When you start to get into a serious workout routine, you need to give your body a break! If you push hard in the gym 24/7 you are going to hurt your body. It's good to take at least one day a week to rest all of your muscles. Also, during the week don't work out the same muscle groups everyday. Switch it up! Keep your workouts interesting by making Monday a day to work on arms and Tuesday a day to do cardio, etc. Just make sure that you are safe whenever you are working with weights, or in any fitness scenario.