Showing posts with label new exercise programs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label new exercise programs. Show all posts

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Budget Exercise: Start a new exercise program for cheap

You want to start a new exercise program, but everything costs money that you don't have, right? Exercise can be low-cost, and you can start a new program on a tight budget. It is possible! Check out the 10 tips in this article so you can get started with little-to-no investment:

http://ezinearticles.com/?Exercise-Can-Be-Cheap---10-Tips-on-How-to-Save-Money-When-You-Start-a-New-Exercise-Program&id=1854319

Important to remember: Bad health and disease are inevitable if you don't exercise. Inactive lifestyles create disease, injury, pain and illness...And treating disease is really expensive!

Consider that exercise will give you the best return-on-investment that you can find in these economically-difficult times!

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Lift Weight to Lose Weight- video blog

If your goal is weight loss, then you need to know which exercises will help you lose weight and tone up.
But why are you doing these exercises?
It's important to understand why you want to do them. Do you know how lean muscle works in your body? Watch this video and Discover how muscle burns calories, and why you need to Lift Weight to Lose Weight:



So, how do you add weight-lifting into your workout routine?
1st, Learn how to use strength-training equipment. If you belong to a gym, attend an orientation and hire a personal trainer. If you workout at home, hire a trainer to show you and design a program for you. Also, read books and watch videos.
2nd, Design a well-rounded program. Throughout your week, you need to include cardio, strength-training, and stretching exercises. When you strength-train, you must include major muscle groups. Here are some examples of scheduling strength-training (*before or after cardio or stretching):
Routine 1:
Mon, Wed, - Legs and Torso (Back, Abs)
Wed, Fri- Hips and Chest
Tue, Th, Sa or Sun- Arms and Shoulders

Routine 2:
Day 1, Mon- Legs (Calves, Thighs, Hips)
Day 2, Tues- Arms (Biceps, Triceps)
Day 3, Wed- Shoulders, Chest
Day 4, Thu- Back, Abs & Obliques
Day 5, Fri- Light cardio, Rest, get a Massage, Sauna
Days 1-4 - repeat

Combo Routine:
Day 1- Intense Cardio; Strengthen Arms, Shoulders, Chest
Day 2- Light Cardio; Strengthen Legs, Hips
Day 3- Medium Cardio; Strengthen Back, Abs
Day 4- Rest, light cardio
Day 5- Medium->Intense Cardio; Light Strengthen Lower Body
Day 6- Light Cardio; Light Strengthen total Upper Body
Day 7- Rest, light cardio
repeat

Vary your routine every 4-6 weeks to keep your mind and muscles challenged. Keep learning. Get comfortable with your exercises: you'll like some more than others. Keep trying new ones!

For more information on starting a new exercise program or buying a new home gym, go to http://www.SupportandCoaching.com

Monday, January 5, 2009

5 Tips for Women-over-40 about starting a new exercise program

If you are a woman over 40, and you're just starting a new exercise program, then you have some challenges. If you have lived 40 years without a regular exercise routine, then it is especially important for you to get information and help.

You have challenges. But regular exercise is the ONE-greatest thing you can do for your health, and physical condition. So, read this article and the 5 tips to get you started in the right direction:

http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Tips-Women-Over-40-Need-For-Starting-a-New-Exercise-Program&id=1817439

Following those 5 simple tips can make a huge difference. You can reach your fitness goals faster, and stick to your new exercise program.

Monday, December 29, 2008

Starting a new exercise program in your 40s? Combine mental change with physical

If you are starting an exercise program after the age of 40, then you'll want to include some mental exercise to accompany the physical changes. By the age of 40, you've lived life a little. And you have established a strong sense of identity.

Now, you're making changes to your physical state. You want to improve your health and tone up your body. But are you stuck in a 40-year-old mindset? Do you think of yourself as out-of-shape? Do you often feel bad about your body? Or worse, do you always feel rotten, sick, trapped in an old body?

Read this article to understand how to make the mental transition as you make those physical changes:

http://ezinearticles.com/?Getting-Fit-After-40---For-Best-Results,-Exercise-Your-Mind-Before-Your-Body&id=1815392

Make some exercises for your mind, and for your body. Then you're transition into a healthier body will happen more smoothly!

Saturday, December 27, 2008

Exercise with a friend: Supporting new exercise programs

Are you, or a friend, starting an exercise program? Exercising together is a great way to set and achieve fitness goals. But there are good rules to follow when you support friends in their new exercise programs.

Living healthy through exercise is a lifestyle. People do not become instant exercise fanatics. As a friend, listen without judging, and support in a positive way. Read this article to learn 3 ways that you can be a better support for your friend who is becoming more fit and active:

http://ezinearticles.com/?Exercise-Teamwork---3-Tips-For-Motivating-a-Friend-to-Stick-to-Their-Exercise-Program&id=1811885

We know how effective "the buddy system" is for all kinds of projects and programs. And it's just as effective for exercise and improving health.