by Chris McCombs
http://www.socalworkout.com
©
2009
Do you ever feel that every day that passes feels
longer, you feel more tired and all you want to do is sleep? Your cure could just
be something you surely try to avoid, I am talking about exercise. If your eyes
almost popped out as you are reading this, don't be scared, exercise doesn't have
to be so dreadful, on the contrary! The more you exercise, the healthier you become
and it can even be fun.
The gym can always be the first
alternative along with a daily 20 minute walk or jogging, which is all the time
you really need to conquer being fit and healthy. The gym can be considered a
fad of the moment, but it is a place where you can find different alternatives
to meeting the new you. If shopping is a motivation, try buying cute workout outfits
and sneakers to show off to your new friends in your Pilates, Spinning, Yoga or
Kickboxing class; this are just some of the fun classes almost every gym has to
offer. If you are thinking to yourself that you have a busy schedule and could
never make it to the gym? Try buying a home video, do it alone or let your partner,
roommate or children either join you or make fun of you, either one will sure
be fun.
Imagine yourself getting to work in the morning
and there are too many people waiting for the elevator, if you take the stairs
instead, you have just taken the big step. Did you get 5 minutes later to the
office than the usual? What if I tell you those 5 minutes running up the stairs
can make you burn up to 140 calories? Believe me; everyone in your office would
also want to be late! I could keep on going with numerous everyday practices that
can easily make you burn calories without even noticing, only by doing small sacrifices,
like washing your car at home, raking the leaves, or just playing with your pets
or kids.
You know how some people say "No pain, no
gain"? Don't believe this if you are aiming for a healthier lifestyle. You
have to listen to your body, if you feel pain during or after working out, something
might be wrong, you can either be injured or you are over demanding yourself to
reach a point you can't at the moment. You have to always feel comfortable to
feel healthy, remember exercise is for your own benefit and well being.
Wanting
an improvement in your health, your physical image and the desire to avoid stress
are the main reasons that should move you up your feet to start exercising and
obtaining your goal of being fit and healthy on the inside as well as on the outside.
Don't forget a complete workout should always be hand in hand with a well balanced
healthy diet and drinking loads of water.
It is important
to go outside, walk, hop, feel the sun and enjoy the beauty of your days or nights.
In other words, don't be a couch potato, 20 minutes every day can change your
life.
