Each and every year millions of people make a New Year's resolution. You go to any gym in Raleigh and you can almost forget about getting to any of the equipment. You would think that Oprah was doing one of her favorite things episodes in the gyms because of all the cars you see in the parking lot. You can't even get a parking space. So, what happens about 3 weeks later? The parking lot is back to normal, there are machines available, and that New Year's resolution is out the window. Do you know anyone who has done this or been in this situation? Is this you I am describing?
What could you do to stick to your resolution? How about take more of a realistic approach. Most people get in the gym and do hardcore training for those first couple of weeks. Doing that burns most people out really quick. No one who is just starting out can stick to a really hardcore pace. What I am proposing it to take your time and do a little bit at a time a few days a week. The goal is to make it so that having an exercise regiment becomes a part of your life and not a chore. Right along with brushing your hair and brushing your teeth, exercise is needed for you to live a healthy life.
So, on January 1st when you hit the gym, spend no longer than an hour in there. Try to do no more than 2 or 3 days a week to start out with. When you feel like you are ready to add more then do so. Always listen to your body.It will definitely know when you need to take a break. And most importantly, don't talk yourself out of a workout. Ask yourself this. If I were getting paid a million dollars to do this workout, would I still decline to do it? If the answer is yes you would still decline to do it then you definitely need to take the day off. If you say you would get that million dollars then you definitely need to get up and go work out. You may not be doing if for a million, but for something even more important. YOUR HEALTH!
