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Mentally preparing for exercise program
Getting your Mind Psyched for
Exercise
When it comes to getting out and
exercising regularly, it can sometimes be almost as much of a mental
challenge as a physical one. The demands of our daily lives, second-guessing
our abilities, and just not preparing properly can cause our brains to talk
us out of doing the one thing that is best for us – working our bodies out.
There are several ways that you can mentally prepare for exercise. It’s
about focus, it’s about knowing your body, and it’s about being dedicated to
living a healthy lifestyle.
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Be realistic. If you are just starting out
(or starting over!) with exercise, don’t try to set unreachable
workout
goals. Not only can you injure yourself, but you are also setting yourself
up for disappointment, and you will likely not want to keep going.
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Have a game plan. Know what kind of
exercise you want to do, especially if you are going to exercise at a gym.
When you know what types of exercises and what types of machines you are
going to use, you will maximize your time there, and get a better workout
overall.
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Know what you can do. It is important to
know the limitations of your body. If you are new to exercise, don’t get
discouraged if you can’t lift as much as the guy next to you, or run as fast
as the lady on the next treadmill. You will get there, and it takes time.
Pushing yourself too hard will injure your body, and your mind.
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Don’t over think it. Don’t talk yourself
out of exercise by convincing yourself you have other things you should be
doing. Exercise is a priority, too, and should be integrated into your daily
routine.
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Get a workout buddy. Having a partner to
exercise with really helps a lot of people keep their heads in the game. Not
only do you have someone who can encourage you (and keep you going to the
gym), but you have someone who can challenge you as well.
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Get some good music. Plugging your ear
buds into some of your favorite tunes will keep your spirits up
during a
workout, and it will keep your mind motivated to
work your body.
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Skip the gym altogether. But don’t skip
the exercise! If going to a gym intimidates you or bores you, do something
else! Go for a vigorous hike, ride your bike, go for a
jog in the park, or
shoot some hoops with your kids. It is important that you move your body,
and the location doesn’t matter.
Exercise is vital for your health, for
weight control, and for your mental well-being. Don’t let self-doubt or
intimidation talk you out of being the best you can be. Getting your mind in
the game is your ticket to a healthier lifestyle!
How to
increase the number of calories burned when exercising
Calorie Burning
Facts On Exercise
Count calories in
all food you eat
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