Building muscle can be a very grueling task. Although it can sometimes be fun, after a while it can be a pain. I have been breaking up my workouts into three day regiments to keep me going. I have found that doing this makes it so i keep on working out for at least the 3 days, as i have ingrained in my brain that i have to do all 3 days before I can rest. My schedule is:
Day One: Upper Body Weights
Day Two: Lower Body Weights
Day Three: Cardio
Now I have to admit the hardest part about working out is staying with the program and not quiting halfway tough it. One problem I had in the past was doing the workouts, but being not so into them, I would not do my best and some times cheat on the exercise. I have gotten over that slump but I understand it can be hard. Just remember the benefits of regular exercise and it may help you keep going;
* Good self image
* Good health
* Better sex drive
* Improved self image and confidence
* Better Life
Sunday, July 8, 2007
Lets talk cardio, alot of people hate doing it, and I must admit i can be a pain in the neck sometimes. I personally like to do shadow boxing to get my cardio, although lately i have been doing some biking around town to get some in. I prefer these as they build a bit of muscle while doing them, as well as teaching you a good skill (shadow boxing teaches punches and kicks, and cycling is good for breathing). What ever the work out here are some of my tips to help you along the way.
* Choose activities that are fun, not exhausting. Add variety. Develop a repertoire of several activities that you can enjoy. That way, exercise will never seem boring or routine.
* Wear comfortable, properly fitted footwear and comfortable, loose-fitting clothing appropriate for the weather and the activity.
* Find a convenient time and place to do activities. Try to make it a habit, but be flexible. If you miss an exercise opportunity, work activity into your day another way.
* Use music to keep you entertained.
* Surround yourself with supportive people. Decide what kind of support you need. Do you want them to remind you to exercise? Ask about your progress? Participate with you regularly or occasionally? Allow you time to exercise by yourself? Go with you to a special event, such as a 10K walk/run? Be understanding when you get up early to exercise? Spend time with the children while you exercise? Try not to ask you to change your exercise routine? Share your activity time with others. Make a date with a family member, friend or co-worker. Be an active role model for your children.
* Don't overdo it. Do low- to moderate-level activities, especially at first. You can slowly increase the duration and intensity of your activities as you become more fit. Over time, work up to exercising on most days of the week for 30-60 minutes.
* Keep a record of your activities. Reward yourself at special milestones. Nothing motivates like success!
Well those are my tips for some good cardio. I picked up alot of this info online in some ebooks and whatnot. It can be a grueling task, believe me I know, and i have found the best way to work out is to have a goal or a skill you want to learn or be better at. I highly recommend looking around online for some useful infomation. After all knowledge is power.
* Choose activities that are fun, not exhausting. Add variety. Develop a repertoire of several activities that you can enjoy. That way, exercise will never seem boring or routine.
* Wear comfortable, properly fitted footwear and comfortable, loose-fitting clothing appropriate for the weather and the activity.
* Find a convenient time and place to do activities. Try to make it a habit, but be flexible. If you miss an exercise opportunity, work activity into your day another way.
* Use music to keep you entertained.
* Surround yourself with supportive people. Decide what kind of support you need. Do you want them to remind you to exercise? Ask about your progress? Participate with you regularly or occasionally? Allow you time to exercise by yourself? Go with you to a special event, such as a 10K walk/run? Be understanding when you get up early to exercise? Spend time with the children while you exercise? Try not to ask you to change your exercise routine? Share your activity time with others. Make a date with a family member, friend or co-worker. Be an active role model for your children.
* Don't overdo it. Do low- to moderate-level activities, especially at first. You can slowly increase the duration and intensity of your activities as you become more fit. Over time, work up to exercising on most days of the week for 30-60 minutes.
* Keep a record of your activities. Reward yourself at special milestones. Nothing motivates like success!
Well those are my tips for some good cardio. I picked up alot of this info online in some ebooks and whatnot. It can be a grueling task, believe me I know, and i have found the best way to work out is to have a goal or a skill you want to learn or be better at. I highly recommend looking around online for some useful infomation. After all knowledge is power.
This is a good way to learn all the basics of working out in one simple book. Helped me get started into weightlifting.
Turbulence
Add 50 pounds to your bench press! I have found this to have good tips for really concentrating on your muscles during a workout. This book really helped me get over my slump.
Weight Lifting Secrets
Body weight workouts, the same stuff used in the army. I personally love these kind of workouts, as they are very easy, cheap, and can be done at home with no equipment.
Body Weight
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Diet Tips
This is a good work out designed solely for women. My girlfriend uses this stuff and she is in excellent shape. I have not looked at it to much, but i do love my girlfriends rocking body!
For Women
Turbulence
Add 50 pounds to your bench press! I have found this to have good tips for really concentrating on your muscles during a workout. This book really helped me get over my slump.
Weight Lifting Secrets
Body weight workouts, the same stuff used in the army. I personally love these kind of workouts, as they are very easy, cheap, and can be done at home with no equipment.
Body Weight
Some good diet stuff here, had some helpful tips on losing weight as well as gaining it!
Diet Tips
This is a good work out designed solely for women. My girlfriend uses this stuff and she is in excellent shape. I have not looked at it to much, but i do love my girlfriends rocking body!
For Women
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