There is so much to learn about workout properly, it can be
as confusing as you want to make it. However, there are some simple tips,
tricks and hacks that anyone can do to make working out easier and more
effective. Below are some simple fitness hacks that you can incorporate today to
take your fitness to a higher level.
Eat more meals- Note I am not saying eat more
food. Break your meals into smaller
portions and eat more frequently. Ideally you should eat a meal every 3 hours.
Doing this will keep your blood sugar levels in check, keep your appetite under
control so your less likely to binge on an unhealthy snack and increase your
metabolism.
Tell the world- Tell the world, or at least your
world, that you have a goal to lose weight, gain muscle, or even finish a 5k. Most
people are willing to let themselves down before their friends and family. Whatever
your goal is, telling your friends and family will keep you accountable to them
and not yourself. Social networking websites are a great medium for announcing
your goals.
The “new exercise” rule- Too often I see people in
the gym doing the exact same exercises day after day. Your body has an amazing
ability to adapt, and exercising is no exception. Over time, doing the same exercises
over and over will decrease the effectiveness of your workouts. Make it a goal
that every Sunday night you will search the internet for one new exercise you
want to do at least 3 times during the upcoming week. Not only will this new
exercise be a learning experience, it will take your fitness to a higher level.
Workout with a friend- Fact: working out with someone
will make you less likely to skip a workout and more likely to complete a
workout. So grab a buddy at a similar fitness level to you and be amazed at how
far you push yourself.
Reward yourself- This hack is especially useful for
someone who can never seem to workout consistently. One of the biggest problems
newbies have is they quit because they don’t have an end goal, or their goal is
too long term. Make a short term goal, just a month or two, and if you complete
your goal, say lose 7 pounds, reward yourself with new workout clothes. Having
a short-term goal and a reward will make you more likely to finish what you
started.
Exercise to Fast Music- A recent study concluded
exercising to fast paced songs made people exercise harder and longer. So load
your phone up with fast paced heart thumping music before you exercise to
increase the effectiveness of your workout.
Active Work Meetings- Why does a day at work have to
involve sitting at a desk 8 hours a day? A recent study concluded
sitting is deadly, literally. Schedule an active work meeting. Instead of
sitting at a conference table with others, burn some calories and take a walk
around the building.
This
article was authored by Sergeant Michael Volkin, inventor of Weight
Loss Stack 52 and Strength
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