May 29, 2022: Home Workouts

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Way back when the COVID pandemic started, we had to figure out how to exercise without a gym. You would think it was pretty easy, right? Do a few squats, walk or run around your neighborhood, do a pushup challenge. But, for some people, the concept of working out at home was something very foreign to them—and they don’t know where to begin. I don’t want anyone to feel that way again! This week, we’re going to talk about 5 things you should consider before starting home workouts.

1. Assess Your Health

No matter if you went to the gym regularly (or you’ve never exercised before) it’s important to know where your health stands before starting or resuming a workout.

Your health changes all the time, so you need to be sure that you’re healthy enough to start exercising again. A quick visit to your doctor for a routine physical can help assess if you’re healthy enough to start exercising. Once you’re cleared, it’s time to get down to business.

2. Set Your Goals

Whether you want to lose weight or get stronger or something else, you need to set goals before starting out. Having a clear goal set ahead of time can make it easier for you to develop a plan to accomplish your goals. Make sure they are realistic and measurable, so you can track your progress along the way.

3. Fix Your Nutrition

If your diet isn’t the best, then you want to take the time to get your nutrition on the right path if you want to see results. Having a solid nutrition plan can enable you to reach your goals faster. If your current diet needs work, start by making small changes, and gradually add in more as time goes on. Eating healthy takes time and dedication at first, but it will get much easier as it becomes a habit and your tastes change. If you can change your diet, it will make reaching your goals easier.

4. Work Out with Someone

There’s a good chance you’re going to lose motivation along the way. This is because everyone does! This is why you should workout with someone, or hire a coach to keep you motivated (like me!). Not only can they provide tips and tricks for staying motivated, they will also hold you accountable each session. You can’t lose motivation when you’re being pushed by someone else.

5. Drink Plenty of Water

When you exercise, you sweat. And when you sweat, you could lose electrolytes and water, which could leave you dehydrated. When working out, you need to be sure you’re drinking enough water to prevent dehydration from creeping in. How much is acceptable? The general rule of thumb is half your body weight in ounces. And if you’re working out, it should be more.

If you’re just starting out, or you’re resuming a workout from home, or back at the gym, be sure you’re following these 5 tips. Not only will you make smarter decisions on how to approach your workout, these tips may also keep you moving forward—instead of going backwards.

Next Sunday, we’ll talk about the top decisions you’ll need to make when changing up your diet for the better.

Want some expert help with reaching your health goals painlessly? Check out my programs! We’ll get everything taken care of in a way that fits into your current lifestyle so you never have to think about your health again.

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I hope you have a wonderful week,

Kelly

Kelly Morgan, Ph.D.

Tsirona - www.tsirona.com

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