3 Easy Steps to Get Fit at Home

by Kathi MacNaughton


Keep your motivation at a high level and prevent injuries during exercise with these strategies.

1: PREVENT INJURY BY...

--> Starting slowly and building up a little at a time.

--> Warming up before and cooling down after each exercise session.

--> Paying close attention to the signals your body sends you.

BE COMFORTABLE WHEN WORKING OUT BY...

--> Wearing comfortable clothes that fit the activity, your body, and the climate.

--> Drinking plenty of water. If you feel thirsty, you're not drinking enough.

--> Choosing activities you truly enjoy doing. Mix it up to keep yourself from getting bored.

--> Working out with a friend. Make it a social event too.

--> Not competing with others. Just keep trying to improve yourself.


CREATE A ROUTINE BY...

--> Making your daily life more active. Walk or bike instead of driving. Take the stairs rather than the elevator.

--> Scheduling time in your busy calendar for exercise.

--> Making a note of your progress.

--> Seting goals and keeping track of your progress.

--> Rewarding yourself!

About the Author

Kathi MacNaughton is a registered nurse and consumer health writer. For more fitness articles, visit http://fitness.reliable-health.info