Last Updated on January 1, 2021 by HodgePodgeDays
It’s all too easy in this day and age to neglect exercise in our lives. With the hectic schedules that we all deal with it’s no wonder that many of us don’t have time to go to the gym or exercise. If you’ve got to a point where you want to make time to exercise or begin exercising again, then you’ve come to the right place. This article has everything you need to know about how to prepare yourself to exercise after a long break.
Food
First and foremost you will need to take a look at your dietary intake. It’s a well known fact that if you don’t eat the right food then you’re going to struggle when it comes to exercising. Make sure that you’re getting enough protein into your diet so that your muscles can handle the strain you’re about to put upon them. Take a look at what to eat before and after exercising so that you can give yourself a good idea on what food to put on your grocery list.
A good idea when it comes to food is making sure that you cook the right foods in bulk so that you can have quick access to it whenever you need it. This will also save you having to plan out what to have for dinner each day because it will already be made; therefore making more time for you to workout.
Exercise
When it comes to actually getting back into your exercise regime, remember that you won’t have the endurance that you used to have so you will need to begin slow. While you need to push your body to make any improvements to your health, doing too much could result in an injury. You will know what your limit is the first time you workout, so each time you come to work out try to push your body a little bit further. For example, if you’ve chosen to run around the block then try and beat the time it took you each time you go for a run.
A great way of kickstarting your fitness regime is to sign yourself up for boot camps that are run by someone who is able to guide you through it all. While it might seem like it’s going to be too much for you to handle, if you explain to the fitness instructor where you’re at with your fitness they will be able to help you individually to get to the point you need to be.
When it comes to exercise, one thing that many people fail to do is to choose something that they are going to enjoy. Studies show that people who choose to exercise by doing something they like are more likely to stick with it over people who can’t stand the activity they are doing. There are many fun high endurance exercises that you can do, so even people who want to train hard can still enjoy their exercise regime.
Water
We all know that it is important to drink plenty of water each day. However, when you’re exercising you will lose a lot more water than normal, so make sure that you have a supply of water on hand at all times. It’s also wise to drink a glass of water before and after exercising to ensure that your body is getting all of the hydration that it needs.
Attire
Did you know that what you’re wearing when you workout can actually make all the difference with the results that you achieve? Wearing exercise clothing will make you sweat more. There is even sportswear that you can buy that will target problem areas like back fat, muffin tops and overhang. This is achieved by the material in those areas being thicker and of the consistency which will make you sweat more. If you’ve got areas of your body that you want to concentrate on more, then look into buying some attire that will help you achieve this.
The Final Word
As you can see, exercising isn’t as simple as going outside and going for a run. If you miss out any of these key points you will notice that you’re struggling, or that you injure yourself because your body can’t handle it. Remember to start slow and make sure that what you’re putting into your body is going to help you rather than hinder you.