can be dangerous. Even something small, like some fruit and low-fat yogurt, can
help make a big difference in your daily workout routine.
Stretch those muscles. Your muscles have to get stretched for longer periods of
time as you get older. Aging causes muscle density to decrease, as well as a
decrease in pliability. Under 40 years old? Hold stretches for about 30 seconds.
Over 40? Stretch for about a minute. You'll feel more flexible and limber this way.
Choose the right shoes for your fitness program. The right shoe can make a
difference in how far you run and how stable you are when you're lifting weights.
Make sure you look for shoes later in the day when the food has widened. Make
sure there is ample room to move your toes around and that there is a half-inch
additional space for your big toe.
A great way to help you get fit is to start drinking coffee before your workouts.
The caffeine will provide you with a boost of energy that will give you a better
workout. Avoid getting coffee drinks from places such as Starbucks because their
drinks tend to be loaded with sugar and fat.
Have a timer handy when doing exercises at home. When using an exercise ball
it is helpful to time each exercise so you know how long you are in each position.
Holding each position for a specified length of time helps you build muscles and
reach your fitness goals.
No matter what your schedule is, make time for exercise. Now this doesn't mean
that you have to be able to make it to the gym each and every day. Just make
sure that you are getting some movement in every day, whether that's a walk at
your lunch break, playing with the kids at the park or doing an exercise video
before bed. Make a commitment to move your body every day.
Never underestimate the power of water to help you reach your fitness goals.
water is essential for life but is absolutely crucial to any fitness routine. You
should drink water before, after, and during you entire routine, no matter what it
be. Dehydration will derail your train of progress quickly.
If you dread the very idea of performing multiple sets of chin ups, try looking at it
this way: rather than focusing on the effort needed to pull your entire body weight