Summer is coming! Summer is coming! It’s time to get fit so you can enjoy all of the summer activities you enjoy, as well as feel fantastic. It’s important to remember that getting fit is not just about the way you look in that swimsuit or sundress. It’s about being healthy and staying active at any age. To help you set healthy goals, and achieve them, the experts at Lake Region Fitness have provided us with seven great tips to help you get fit for summer! Be sure to contact Lake Region Fitness for details on their specials.
7 Ways to Get Fit for Summer
- Set a goal…beyond weight.
Don’t hang all your expectations and motivations on a number on the scale. With weight loss, plateaus are common. If you set yourself a goal beyond the immediate, you’re likely to maintain your motivation. For example, aim to hike a particularly steep trail or swim several extra laps this summer – the endurance and strength you gain from exercise will help you achieve these activity goals, no matter what the scale says. - Find the kind of routine that works for you.
Different things work for different people. Some prefer to exercise at home, and some prefer the gym; some prefer a flexible exercise schedule and others need regimented time slots devoted to exercise; some like to mix it up, and some prefer to do the same exercises in the same sequence. You’re more likely to adhere to your exercise plan if it fits your style. - Don’t just focus on cardio; strength-training is important, too.
Building lean muscle does burn fat, but not as much as cardio. However, it’s still an equally important part of any get fit plan. Strength and endurance require strong core muscles, legs, and arms.
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- Mix it up with challenges.
Keeping up with your long-term routine can get a little stale. Throw in a weekly challenge when you feel your motivation lagging. See our FitnessChallenges page for inspiration. - Don’t get injured!
Exercising irresponsibly can land you with an injury that leaves you on the sidelines. Don’t let a tight summer deadline trick you into overdoing it. If you’re fairly new to exercise, check out our Beginner’s Workouts and gradually increase intensity. - If you’re growing bored with your routine, do something different.
You don’t have to do the same exercises every time. There are so many different types of exercise – interval training, circuit training, yoga, Zumba, spinning, swimming, running – who said you have to choose one and stick to it? Boredom leads to demotivation; combat it by switching things up when needed.
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- Keep a food journal.
Writing down what you eat can help you keep calories in check.
About Lake Region Fitness
This well-maintained gym is located inside Hawley Silk Mill and offers easy parking and friendly staff. The facility is open 24-hours a day to members.
Various membership options are available, including day passes, and month-long, seasonal and annual memberships! For more info, please contact Lake Region Fitness!
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