HEALTHY HOME & LIFE
How do they do it? You know, those people who seem to glide effortlessly through life, with their well kept homes, and healthy lifestyle?
It’s probably easier than you may think
The first step to being your absolute best, is to decide what exactly it is you’d like to achieve. Is it a fitter, toned physique? A weight loss goal? An endurance challenge? A healthier home? Whatever the Goal is, you’ll then need a plan.
A goal without a plan, is a dream. So if you want to achieve, you must make a plan
Exercise tips: If you haven’t heard, doing cardio only will not transform your shape. Trust me on this. In order to change your shape, and no, I don’t mean you can transform your actual shape type. But, you can change the shape of your arms, legs, bottom, and middle.
Incorporating weight training, and resistance training into your activities will assist in re-shaping your muscles. Cardio works the heart, the mind, and provides your body with the ability to gain stamina. For example, if you decide to take up running, you’ll start off slowly. Try hitting one mile, then gradually increase over time. Your body will build stamina, and you may soon find yourself running 5 miles.
Weight training works your muscles. The stronger a muscle becomes, the fitter and tighter it’ll get, and the more calories it will burn. For example, if you begin with light weights, and work your biceps, triceps, and shoulders, those muscles will eventually become stronger, as you continue to increase the weight. If you start with 5lb dumbbells, and do 3 set of 10 reps three days per week for a month, your muscles will begin to get stronger and leaner. Then increase the weight to 10lb dumbbells and work those same muscle groups for another month. Over time, you will see your biceps getting stronger and maybe “larger” while your triceps will appear leaner, and your shoulders appear rounder.
Some fun things to try:
Dance for 20 minutes each day - tune in to some upbeat music and just move
Try a weighted bar - these are great for working muscles like biceps, and abs
Ever see a BOSU? It’s a half ball with a hard surface designed to work all of your muscle groups. These are great for doing squats, ab crunches, and push ups
Stairs - most homes have some. Try setting a timer for 10 minutes and go up and down as many times as you can in that timeframe. It’s great for your heart and your bottom.
Always stay hydrated. It’s important to drink water before during and after exercise
Before you attempt a new workout program be sure to consult with your doctor and make sure you are healthy enough to begin.