Healthy Mind:
Your Fitness= Try and Try Again, and then try again until you find what inspires and motivates you.
If you’re not finding fitness that suits you, try and try again. There is something for every one, every ability, every personality, every time constraint, financial situation, gear availability and age.
Fit Mind:
Find Your Fitness Second Gear!
When the going get tough, the tough _______! Or do you back down and back off? Find your fitness second gear by:
Practice clearing your mind of distractions and over-thinking what you’re doing. Choose one word to repeat over and over again until your mind is clear.
Focus on your inhale and exhale by counting out load. Count your inhale to 2-3 seconds and your exhale of 3-4 seconds. Repeat.
Choose someone who inspires you and repeat their name as you move through your fitness challenge. Dedicating your effort to a loved one will give you power and focus to complete the task at hand.
Fit Body:
Inspect your fitness equipment
Fitness equipment needs to be cleaned up, and replaced every so often. Working out on equipment and gear that is less than par not only leads to a less effective workout, but could also increase your risk of injury. Examine your workout gear every 4-6 months, or even more often if you’re exercising outdoors. Here are the pieces that need your regular attention:
Exercise band. Closely examine the tube, as well as the handles. Small tears or cracks increase risk for breaking. Replace it.
Jump Rope. Over time the plastic ropes can thin and even break depending on your jumping surface and style. If your rope has lost its shape, time or a new one.
Stability ball. Sit on the ball. If your hips are below your knees, time to add air.
Yoga or exercise mat. If they are looking worn and have lost their grip, you are at risk for a slip or fall. Replace it.
Free weights and Barbells. If your free weights have collars, inspect them regularly to insure they are secure and are not stripped of their locking device.
Fit Body:
Squats with Dumbbells
Squats are an essential exercise. You sit down and stand up many times during the day, so adding a squat exercise into your weight routine is functional. A functional exercise helps us gain strength to perform a daily activity. Here’s how to start: Begin holding one weight in each hand. Bending from your knees and hips, sit back and lower down about six inches. Pause for one second. Return to standing to complete one rep.
*Consult your doctor before performing exercise.
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