HEALTH

Physical activity increases your lean muscle mass, speeds up weight management and fat loss, raises your metabolism, increases your energy level and keeps your heart healthy!

Here are 10 tips to guide you in staying on track with your fitness goals:

1. Believe in yourself now! Use the “I can do it” attitude.

2. Plan ahead: It is essential to establish a work out regimen plan to keep you on track.

3. Use the S.M.A.R.T Principle: S – Specific = Is it clear and identifiable? / M - Measurable = Can results be determined? / A - Attainable = Is it Possible? / R - Realistic = Is it probable? / T - Time = set a goal?

4. Record your workouts, energy levels and accomplishments:

5. Persistence is key: Being consistent in your work out routine is a major component of success.

6. Moderation is important: By gradually increasing your intensity, frequency and duration, you are less likely to injure yourself, get discouraged or quit.

7. Variety is the spice of life: Every workout changes something a little bit. Make it faster, slower or heavier.

8. Find a training partner: Make sure you pick a partner whose goals and interests are similar to yours.

9. Use visualization: Picture yourself engaging in exercise in total detail.

10. Rest and recovery: THIS IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!!!

James Erdt
joyzone.com

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