Exercise can be a very scary and unfamiliar activity for many
people. When it comes down to it, regardless of your goals, everyone knows
they need to exercise whether for health, weight loss/gain, or just feeling
better. The problem is that many people, when faced with starting this new
task, find ways to avoid getting the program going! The good news is that each
excuse really doesn't have to be the reason you
don't start your commitment to your health.
#5 EXERCISE ISN'T ANY FUN-If you've never been
athletic you may not realize that there are activities that interest you. By
trying new and different forms of exercise, you can discover things that are
fun and still get a good workout. RDV Sportsplex has racquetball and squash,
swimming and aqua aerobics, ice skating, group cycling, belly dance classes
and yoga to name just a few. The options are endless - - you just have to
start moving!
#4 I WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT FIRST- Exercise goes hand in hand with a healthy diet
to compliment your weight loss efforts. Exercise can stimulate your metabolism
(which means you burn more calories), decrease body fat, increase muscle and
help to reduce inches in addition to helping your skin maintain elasticity
while you are losing those inches.
#3 I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO OR HOW TO GET STARTED-Walking is the easiest and
first thing you can do to start your program.
However, by enlisting the help of a fitness trainer many of your fears or
questions can easily be addressed. At RDV
Sportsplex Athletic Club, we offer three (3) free training sessions to all of
our new members to organize your exercise program specific to your goals. As
you become more comfortable working out, you will learn new and different ways
to challenge yourself.
#2 I AM TOO TIRED-Exercise gives you energy!!
Establish a schedule to exercise and once you get yourself started you will
feel the difference in your energy levels and you will sleep more restfully.
#1 I DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH TIME-Starting a workout program can require as little
as two to ten minute walks per day. Often if we evaluate how much
time we spend watching TV or sitting on a computer
we will find that 20-30 minutes can be spared for a workout. For most people
your life revolves around giving all of your time and energy to others whether
it is your children, your work, your friends or family. Exercise is the one
thing that you can do to take care of yourself. It isn't
just about losing weight or looking better as much as it is about looking
after your health and well-being. With a little bit of effort and planning you
can start working out and feeling better in no time at all!
