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Has your workout routine hit a wall despite resolving to get in shape for the New Year? Don’t sweat it – you’re not alone.
Fitness expert and author of Naked Fitness Andrea Metcalf is live from Anytime Fitness in Apple Valley Minnesota to show us how to break the cycle – and ramp up your exercise routine.
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What’s the number one pitfall when it comes to starting and sticking to a workout regimen? |
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The biggest challenge is finding a routine that works for each individual. I see so many people really push themselves when they start out on their fitness journeys – but they push themselves too hard– and their motivation fizzles. If you’ve made the resolution to get in shape this year, it’s important that you start out with moderate goals so you don’t get fitness burnout! This way, you ease your self into it and avoid injury. You’ll see progress in no time!
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Let’s say you’re a busy person with a crazy work schedule and you don’t always have time to get to the gym. Can you still carry on a fitness routine? |
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Absolutely. Gyms are great but when life gets busy, sometimes you just have to improvise. It is important to get at least 30 minutes of exercise everyday. Instead of taking the elevator at work, try taking the stairs. Park your car further away than you normally do so you can walk more, even if it’s just a few extra steps. Take a brisk walk on your lunch break. There are even exercises you can do at your desk while at work
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Is there a way to stay motivated aside from pacing your workouts? |
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One of the greatest workout tools out there is the internet! There are so many programs you can use to plan and track your workouts and keep calorie counts. Many of these sites even offer support groups so you can chat with other people who are also trying to lose weight and get in shape. When you have a plan mapped out, it becomes easier to stick to!
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Do you have any other advice? |
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Many people are looking to join a gym right now – especially after the New Year. It’s a great time to join because so many gyms are offering discounts and promotions. Choosing a gym with many locations is key because you can work out wherever you go! Anytime Fitness is a chain of fabulous gyms in all 50 states, and 7 countries! Right now, Anytime Fitness is offering one million reasons to stay fit. Just log on to their website, anytimefitness.com, and enter to win ONE MILLION DAYS of fitness at their gyms absolutely free. You’ll also receive free workout tips when you log on. If that doesn’t inspire motivation to get in shape, I don’t know what will!
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What else should we keep in mind while working out? |
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Remember to have fun! Don’t stress yourself out. Just do the best you can do, track your progress, map out your goals, and you’ll be on your way.
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