1. Don't think about it, just do it.
I really mean this, February 2010 I was really unhappy. My body was changing, I had no energy or life anymore which is not something you expect from a 21 year old so that next morning I joined the nearest gym to my work place and never looked back. If someone invites you along to a class, then just say yes and go! Everyone starts somewhere, always remember anyone who goes to these classes/gyms was once new and felt just like you!
If you think about something too much then you will find excuses!
2. You don't have to spend money to get healthy.
Being healthy is definitely becoming a trend, everyone is doing it which means there are so many ways to get fit and healthy without spending any money. Make the most of YouTube and all the FREE workouts you can do in the comfort of your own home! Two of my favourites are The Body Coach and of course the original Blogilates!. They Body Coach focuses on HIT Workouts that is excellent for burning that unwanted fat along with his Lean in 15 recipes that really do only take 15 minutes! No excuses. If you’re a woman who wants a womanly figure and workouts to target them areas then Blogilates is your girl, she makes them nice and easy to do as well as fun.. I am still trying to conquer the 1,000 Squat Challenge!!
They also both do amazing recipes and ideas for healthy snacks you should check out!
3. You don't have to join a gym.
Gone are the days you have to join the gym to get fit, some of the best ways I have enjoyed the getting fit have been at boxing classes and Boot Camps with no commercial gym PT's in sight!
You only have to type into Google "Boot Camp" and I am pretty sure you can find lots in your area but there is a new breed of Boot Camps that are not only in a park on a Saturday morning but most nights and mornings of the week. My favourite was in my area, it had the facilities of a gym i.e. all those lovely heavy weights and squat racks and equipment but NO joining fee and NO Monthly payment just turn up, get fit and enjoy being a part of a community with all the same goal but on a pay as you go. I attended Raw Inc. Check out there Facebook Page for pictures every day of their classes and motivational quotes!
BUT my all-time favourite class away from the commercial gyms was a local Boxing Class for women at a boxing/martial arts gym known as LDG Gym. I can honestly say this class put my fitness level to a whole another level that was 100% fun, unfortunately my coach moved away and the class was changed to include Men which was still good but I was training for my first triathlon at the time so spent more time in the pool. (I am still gutted that this class ended to this day).
These types of classes are excellent for motivation, everyone really does work together and become a team and made some great friends through them as well as having kick ass Coaches who love their jobs and will give you the results you are looking for!
4. You don't need lots of expensive gym clothing.
You only have to walk into my new and very expensive gym to find the latest Nike Winter Drop being put through your paces, but do you need it? Like really need? NO YOU DON'T!
This is one thing that really frustrates me with Gyms and the fashion parade it has become, you do not need the latest free runs to do those 50 squats! In fact you don't even need a pair of trainers for Yoga, Pilates and home workouts.
Of course you do need some gym clothes but they definitely do not need to be the latest brand. Some of my favourite running gear has been from a make called Karrimor that I will always grab before my Nikes and Adidas clothing they just fit perfect for me. I highly recommend the famous Sports Direct but also specialist shops like Sweat Shop who give you basic to high end brands at fantastic prices. If you are a brand lover though, check out their basic ranges! Nearly all makes/brands do them now and normally a lot more affordable.
5. Take it one step at a time!
It’s easy to throw yourself full throttle at something, is it always realistic? No. Probably not!
Don't worry if you’re only going to a class twice a week, that's still twice more than before. If you ache, it’s a good ache! Take the next day off, do some stretches, take the dog out for a brisk walk, just relax and get your mind set ready for the next workout. You don't have to set yourself high targets to hit, you can just enjoy a healthier lifestyle.
Always remember everyone starts somewhere, its oh so easy to do something a lot until you hate it, don't make it like the latest song on the radio and replay it too much. You will know when you need to do a little more. Take it easy and enjoy that high feeling at the end of the workout of conquering something you couldn't before!
6. Do what you enjoy!
Lastly and mostly, make sure you enjoy what you do and you will get the most out of it and be less likely to drop it after the initial health kick has gone.
If you want to do spinning every day, do it. If you want to do 5 different classes a week, do it. You don't have to be like everyone else, you are you own person! I have tried everything from Personal Training to the Boot Camps and my favourite things to do have been the less expensive more fun options!
I could go on and list so many more, but that's for a Blog another day!
Already hitting the gym or getting fit? What have you learnt?..
See you Thursday.. Jenna x
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