How To Get Fitness Back On Track

Schedule Times For Fitness

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A key to gaining momentum in your commitment to fitness is to establish a specific time for exercising. Whether your routine involves going to the gym, walking or jogging at a local high school track, or using an exercise machine at home, it is vital to schedule times for fitness. Think about your daily routine. Most of the things in life that you accomplish through consistent activity are scheduled into the day. Whether this involves showing up to work at a specific time or setting aside time to eat dinner with the family, the simple truth is it only happens on a consistent basis when it is scheduled into the calendar. We tend to make time for what is most important to us. If fitness time isn't scheduled into the calendar, there is a very high likelihood some other need will take its place. Don't wait to find the time. Make time to achieve your fitness goals.

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Don't Jump In Too Fast

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In fitness, enthusiasm can only carry a person so far. It takes time for the body to adjust to a specific fitness routine, and measurable improvements are the result of sustained effort. For example, let's say you have chosen running as your activity of choice. It is far better to start by successfully jogging one-quarter or one-half of a mile and then getting off of the track or treadmill for the day than it is to suffer and strain to do a full mile. Over time, your endurance will increase to the point where you can do a full mile without an incredible amount of struggle. The lesson to be learned here is don't jump in too fast. Start with less and allow your body to adjust to your new exercise routine, then work to slowly and steadily increase your workload. Sometimes, less is more. This will help to fuel motivation, and your body will thank you for it as well.

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