Top 10 Workout Tips
for the Bride
- Commit to yourself and get started. Pick one activity that you enjoy and get out there. The hardest step is the first one.
- Have fun. You have to enjoy what you are doing otherwise your new program will fall by the wayside. Why are you with Mr. Right probably because you have lots of fun with him. Have fun with your exercise so that you look forward to doing it not dreading it.
- Start a journal and write down why you should exercise. The list of reasons will outweigh the list of excuses.
- Go the long way. Take the stairs, park in the far end of the parking lot or get off the bus a block away from where you are going. The extra stair climbing and the extra walking will leave you feeling better and it is a great way to get extra daily activity.
- Lift weights. Lifting weights helps to sculpt the body, increase muscular strength, increase metabolism and increase muscle tone.
- Try something new like yoga or pilates. It will do wonders for your mind, body and spirit. Take a class at a local gym or studio, buy a video or DVD, or check it out from the library so you can do it in the privacy of your own home. This is a great way to find peace in your day.
- Stretch to relax your body. Start with a few stretches in the morning. As you feel the benefits incorporate them into other parts of your day. Stretching is a great way to increase blood flow and eleviate tension.
- Buddy-up with a co-worker or friend. Having someone to talk to while working out makes the time fly by. Use your lunch hour to walk with a co-worker or round-up a friend to meet you after work for a workout instead of happy hour.
- Twist and Shout. You and your fiancé can sign up for dance lessons or close the curtains, crank up the music nd dance off the stress of the day. A fun way to act crazy and burn calories at the same time.
- Plan, Execute, Track and Reward. Plan your workouts so time is not wasted. Execute so you see the results. Track your progress in a journal, on the scale or by how your clothes fit. Reward yourself with a massage, pedicure, manicure or a cute outfit for the honeymoon!
Workouts
Workouts are divided into three main types:
Cardio: Aerobic Exercise
Weights: Strength Training
Cross-Training: Yoga/Pilates/Stretching
General Workouts tips are given below.
Workout Plan Example
Weight Train 3 Days Full Body
Cardio 3 Days
Monday
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Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
Full Body |
Cardio/Abs |
Full Body |
Cardio/Abs |
Full Body |
Cardio/Abs |
Rest |
Regular exercise and physical activity are extremely important and beneficial for long-term health and well-being. To get started today on your journey of a lifetime have your personal trainer Marisa customize a workout and nutrition program for you! Your workout program will be designed just for you based on your current fitness level, your medical history and the fitness equipment available to you.
Benefits of Aerobic Exercise - "Cardio":
- Reduce body fat and improved weight control
- Improvement in heart and lung function (cardiovascular and cardiorespiratory)
- Increased HDL Cholesteroal (the good cholesterol)
- Lower resting blood pressure in people with high blood pressure
- Increased blood supply to muscles and ability to use oxygen
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Benefits of Strength Training - "Weights":
- Reduced body fat and increased lean body mass
- Potentially improves flexibility
- Increased muscular strength
- Increased strength of tendon and ligaments
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Benefits of Cross Training - “Yoga/Pilates/Stretching”:
- Improved posture
- Improved mobility
- Improved muscle tone
- Increased mental control
- Improved attention and concentration
- Reduction in stress
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