Want to begin a fitness regime but not sure where to start? Try these great tips and kick-start your pathway to fitness success.

  1. Firstly, set yourself an attainable goal. Don’t decide to run a marathon in a month if you haven’t even started exercising. When it comes to goal setting, aim for the SMART approach – goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timely.
  1. Start slow. Kicking off a new exercise program is exciting but doing too much too soon can put you at risk of injury, burning out or becoming overwhelmed trying to keep up with the routine you have set yourself. Start slow and steady, be consistent in your efforts and the results with follow.
  1. Blend strength and cardio Both types of exercise offer many benefits so enjoy a combination of both strength training and cardio each week. Cardio exercises like walking, cycling and jogging are great for heart health, while free weights, resistance bands and using your own body weight can help shape lean muscle.

 

  1. Mix it up. Boredeom can quickly kick in if you are just doing the same old exercises day in day out. Instead, change up the style, intensity and duration of your workouts every few weeks.
  1. Finally, fuel your body with balanced nutrition. While everyone should aim to eat well, those who exercise regularly have even greater nutritional needs. Ensure you fuel your body with healthy proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.

 

Contact your local Herbalife Nutrition Independent Member for more information and tips.