3 Keys to Success when Starting a New Fitness Routine

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It’s that time of year again … holiday parties are well underway – chocolate, ginger bread cookies, and alcohol are all tempting us left and right. I can’t think of a better time to start exercising and counteract the effects of this holiday season. Here are some great tips on how to start a fitness routine properly to make your efforts worth it!   

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  • Whether you’re looking to join a class or buy some home dvds, ensure you match your fitness level.  If you can’t remember the last time you exercised, a cross fit workout is not right for you. If you can’t perform the exercises properly, you won’t see results and get discourage very quickly.

 

  • Find an activity that you’re interested in. Boredom is one of the highest reasons many people 

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quit their fitness routine.  If the elliptical has never been your thing, chances are it won’t be even if it’s sitting in your basement. Exercising is 80% mental discipline. Make sure you know you’ll do it before you spend the money.

  • Give yourself accountability. Whether you bet your friends you’ll fit into that black dress for New Years Eve or you pay for group classes, accountability is a great motivator.

Have fun with what ever you choose. And don’t be afraid to start slow and build – results and patience go together :-). Happy holidays!