Getting started can often be intimidating for beginners, what with everyone talking about supersets, drop sets and squat racks, but no fear, I have decided to write a blog for those who are wanting to get on the fitness ladder and don't know where to begin.
It is important to remember that everyone starts somewhere! Once upon a time, I knew nothing about fitness; it takes time and experience (and a qualification) to gain essential knowledge.
First things first: GOALS! Im sure you have heard this before but setting goals is essential to stay motivated and have a purpose to your training. These goals need to be very specific and I would advise writing them down. It can be anything from being able to do 1 pull up to losing 3 lbs to making healthier food choices.
You need to decided WHAT the goal is, WHEN you want to achieve it by and WHY you want to achieve it!
Once you have decided on a goal, the next step is HOW you achieve it. This may include joining a gym, getting a personal trainer, constructing a meal plan, getting macros calculated, joining a dance/running/tennis/badminton team, the list is endless.
Okay so you have decided what sort of fitness you want to pursue, your goals and how you are going to achieve them! Next step is to KEEP AT IT!
This is where many people fall, they get bored, don't see the results they want, get impatient or maybe life is just "too busy". Sound familiar?
The most important motivation you can have is YOU! do this for you, not anyone else because in the end that won't keep you going. Staying motivated can include gaining strength, muscle, weight loss, running further, training for something in particular, mirror satisfaction or even a lower resting heart rate.
Sooooo, in summary:
If you need any help with getting started I can create a customised workout plan (for gym or home use) and/or a nutrition plan. Email me at [email protected] and I will discuss further details and payment.
It is important to remember that everyone starts somewhere! Once upon a time, I knew nothing about fitness; it takes time and experience (and a qualification) to gain essential knowledge.
First things first: GOALS! Im sure you have heard this before but setting goals is essential to stay motivated and have a purpose to your training. These goals need to be very specific and I would advise writing them down. It can be anything from being able to do 1 pull up to losing 3 lbs to making healthier food choices.
You need to decided WHAT the goal is, WHEN you want to achieve it by and WHY you want to achieve it!
Once you have decided on a goal, the next step is HOW you achieve it. This may include joining a gym, getting a personal trainer, constructing a meal plan, getting macros calculated, joining a dance/running/tennis/badminton team, the list is endless.
Okay so you have decided what sort of fitness you want to pursue, your goals and how you are going to achieve them! Next step is to KEEP AT IT!
This is where many people fall, they get bored, don't see the results they want, get impatient or maybe life is just "too busy". Sound familiar?
The most important motivation you can have is YOU! do this for you, not anyone else because in the end that won't keep you going. Staying motivated can include gaining strength, muscle, weight loss, running further, training for something in particular, mirror satisfaction or even a lower resting heart rate.
Sooooo, in summary:
- Make specific goals
- Plan how you are going to achieve them
- Think about your lifestyle (eating habits, smoking, drinking etc)
- Keep track of your progress
- Mix things up every now and then (try a class, swim, cycle etc)
- and most importantly HAVE FUN!!
If you need any help with getting started I can create a customised workout plan (for gym or home use) and/or a nutrition plan. Email me at [email protected] and I will discuss further details and payment.