How to Create a Workout Routine That You Want and Can Stick to (Part 1)
There are more than a thousand types of exercises. Some involve the use of equipment while others don’t. You can combine them yourself to create unique workout programs that match your preference.
In this article, you're going to learn how to make a create program that you can stick to and helps you reach your fitness goals.
1. Embrace the awkwardness
At first, you’ll feel that you look ridiculous suddenly leaving home to get in shape after living a sedentary life. You think people’s eyes are on you and that could feel very uncomfortable. Truth is, it’s all in your head. Learn to ignore these thoughts.
Instead, focus on achieving the benefits of maintaining your workout routine. You don’t have to worry about looking like you don’t know how to lift, run, or use a piece of gym equipment. Everyone has to start somewhere. There are plenty of fitness coaches in your local area and online ready to help you.
2. Find out what you like about the routine
There are workouts that we like and hate. Doing exercises you don’t like will take you nowhere. You must learn to love it, especially if it’s a necessary part of your routine. I love running because it increases my stamina, agility, and endurance.
I disliked lifting because it leaves my muscles sore after. But I learned to love it when I noticed I was able to lift filled laundry baskets, grocery bags, and change my car tires without help. Since then, I started to be diligent towards strength training.
If I can love an exercise I used to hate, so can you. The technique is to identify a real benefit from doing that exercise.
3. Schedule it at the most convenient time
You won’t like a workout routine if you schedule it at the most inconvenient hours. If you’re not a morning person, you’ll find it hard to exercise in the morning. If you’re also working in the morning and going to the gym in the afternoon, you’ll end up too tired to go home.
There are two ways to tackle this problem: You can either schedule your workout on parts of the day when you’re most energetic or you can adjust your sleeping schedule so following your exercise routine becomes easier.
4. Be consistent
Once your exercise routine is set, be consistent in following it. Prepare your fitness apparel wherever you go. Sleep in your workout gear if you have to. Set an alarm to wake you up or remind you in advance. Carry water and snacks to stay nourished.
Most importantly, stop making excuses, don’t blame anyone for missing a workout session, and hold yourself accountable for your fitness progress. Even if you love your new workout routine, you’re still prone to skipping sessions if you get distracted by your other responsibilities.
5. Give yourself time to recover actively
Another reason why those who get into exercising don’t follow through with their program is that they overwork themselves during their workout session. It’s common to find the proverb, “No pain, no gain” in fitness institutions - which is a piece of bad advice.
The human body has its limitations. Going beyond your current muscle capabilities will only mean a paralyzing and painful delayed onset muscle syndrome (DOMS) the next day. This is a true discouraging factor for new gym-goers.
It could also get in the way of your audition prep tasks or responsibilities as a current pro cheerleader. If your muscles start screaming in pain, stop immediately. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t completed the recommended sets and reps.
Call it a day. Eat a post-workout meal. Schedule activities for your active recovery days and focus on muscle recovery.
There are more ways to love your fitness routine. But discussing them all in this blog post would make it a long read. So, stay tuned for the second part.
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