Face the Truth!!!

There are so many misconceptions about working out.

I will try to write about some common things that I have heard

1) "My friend lost 4 kgs in a month. I have been going to gym for the last two months, but I have lost only 1 kg."

Understand that each body is different- what we eat, how our body reacts to what we eat, how much workout we do etc.

Don't compare with others.

Are you feeling better? Has your stamina increased? Are you able to sleep well? Are you maintaining better form during the workout? Are you able to squat better?


2) Eat less

Eating right is important. Don't keep counting calories without understanding what you are eating.
Eat real food. Stay away from packed / processed food.

3) Spot reduction

Eat well. Exercise regularly. You will become fit. Don't focus on losing weight in one part. Focus on complete fitness

4) Women should not lift weights

Lifting weights improves bone health and tones your body.
Don't be scared of the weights ladies!!!

Welcome to the real world!

Here is wishing you good luck in your fitness journey

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What's your excuse??

So here are the common reasons that we tell and justify why we don't want to spend time working out.

1. "If I stop the exercise , I will put on weight."

If you want to lose weight and maintain it,   you need to make sustainable changes in your routine and diet. Sustainable is the key word here. Obviously , if you stop working out and keep eating junk, you will end up putting on weight and/or spoiling your health. So, do you think not doing exercise is the solution??? NO!!

2. "It takes a lot of time."

Choose an activity which suits your routine. If you are not a morning person, don't sign up for early morning classes. You know you will stop in a week. If you like nature, go for a jog. If you like group activities, join a class.

3. "It is boring."

Again, choose an activity which interests you. If you like dance, go for zumba. If you want higher intensity, go for aerobics. Try out various activities first. There will be something which excites you. Some prefer running. For some it is just dance. Lot of people like yoga.

4. "It is not the year end!!"

New year is a good time for going to gym as the rates are cheaper with lots of discounts. But it doesn't mean you have to wait till Dec 31st to take a membership or to make a resolution to be healthy.

Now work on NOT giving excuses and get going!!

 



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