Made some fitness resolutions for the new year but don’t know how to get started? Or not sure how to go about achieving your aim? Setting out on an undefined path without a plan in place will surely make the the goal look unattainable. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to smoothen your fitness journey, and help you stay on the right track to accomplish your new year’s fitness goals.
How do you intend to start and stay motivated?
You must know your goal as you wish to set on the new fitness path. Once started, what factors can help you stay motivated to continue? Knowing the answers to these will help you figure out things and help you constantly remind yourself why you started in the first place when your plans go astray.
Schedule a health check-up
Make sure you are in the best of health and fitness before commencing your new fitness journey. It’s better to get yourself medically checked before embarking on that fitness regime. A kickstart to your fitness journey might require you to know your body from the inside out.
Set realistic and specific goals
Be specific and realistic. Yes, it is a crucial part to deal with before getting started with the fitness goals and targets to achieve. The reason to set out a realistic goal is that it will enable you to stay focused and not be discouraged if it’s impossible to reach.
If your goal is to lose or gain weight, specify it. Say, ‘I wish to lose 15 kg of weight in a month’, ‘I wish to gain 6 kg over a month following a specific diet plan.’
One tip is to write down your specific goals and read them regularly. It will help you stick to them. Furthermore, don’t get easily influenced by your peers.
Make a nutrition & workout plan and stick to it
Walking straight into the gym without any proper workout plan will never benefit you. Instead, prepare a proven workout plan to get more productive.
Not sure what to include in the workout plan? It’s best to consult a good trainer. Consulting a trainer has its perks.
How will a good trainer support you?
- A good trainer will create a robust plan according to your needs and goals
- Investing in a good trainer is a safer and faster way to achieve your goal
One tip is to hire a trainer who has professional experience.
Nutrition plan
Exercising without proper nutrition will take you nowhere near your fitness goal. Make sure you follow an adequate diet plan. First of all, get rid of fast foods, sugary beverages, and processed foods. You can consult a dietician for a professional opinion.
Keep track of your progress
Putting all your efforts into the workout plan without proper tracking is not good for you. Keep tracking changes you envision and develop the subsequent plan according to the results. Install fitness tracking apps on your smartphone which help you easily track your progress. People who have goals to get rid of extra calories can use calorie-tracking apps that lead to simplifying the tracking process.
Don’t overtrain
Do not fall prey to myths like exercising more than the required time will bring you closer to achieving your fitness goals. The fact is that too much exercise and no rest can only delay recovery and is counterproductive. Prioritise your sleep time without compromising your health.
Reward yourself
Be consistent in your efforts. Once your fitness goals are achieved, reward yourself for completing the task.
