Hello out there to all you “fitness fans”! This is my first post on my new blog entitled “Health and Fitness”. This blog is a means for me to help you in your understanding of the fitness world. You may have already listened to my podcast entitled “Fitness Renaissance”. If not, check it out on Podomatic.com or on itunes.
My post today is going to overview tonight’s podcast. I am going to go over some tips to help you with your daily workout. If you are not currently going to the gym or have not been in a while, my first recommendation would be to go! That may seem obvious but if you do not have workout routine, all the information in the world is useless. If you find it difficult to get up the motivation, invite a friend. Studies show that people who have a workout partner are much more likely to stick to ther routine than those that dont. So find a friend, relative, or coworker and make a commitment to go to the gym.
You dont have to go seven days a week. In reality doing so is very unhealthy. Keep in mind that the body needs its rest. I would reccomend three days a week to start out. If that means a brisk walk on a treadmill all three days then so be it, for now. I just want you to focus on making a habit of going. In my podcast in the near future I will be going over some sample workout routines. Including rep ranges, sets, days to go and so on.
Also remember to eat some healthy carbs 45 minutes or so before you go. Did I just say EAT CARBS? In fact I did. I am going to drop a bombshell on some of you with this. Carbs Are Healthy. You just have to eat the right amount and the right kinds. A great choice would be 3/4 to 1 cup of cooked oatmeal. The plain kind, no sugar. If you are on the go, grab a banana or a couple slices of WHOLE GRAIN bread. Make it your goal this week to go to the gym. Eat your preworkout food. And tune in to the podcast for more advice and tips to fuel your workouts.
