Top Fitness Habits You Need to Break
Sometimes, we do things that don’t benefit our bodies in the long run. When it comes to fitness, yes, we want to maximize each opportunity to kill it at the gym. But our actions do the opposite -- and we’re unaware of them. What could be keeping you from achieving your fitness goals for the upcoming pro cheerleader auditions? Here are the fitness habits you should break right away.
Doing the same workout routine.
Repeating the same exercise routine each day isn’t only boring, but it also becomes less effective. You cannot do indoor cycling day after day and expect great results. You’ll have to anticipate the fact that our bodies are masters of adaptation. A difficult workout becomes easy over time. What used to be a powerful workout that burned hundreds of calories in a few minutes soon becomes average. Be sure to switch things up.
Avoiding strength training.
Some women shy away from strength training because they fear to become bulky. First of all, you won’t bulk up. A few bicep curls and shoulder presses won’t turn you into The Hulk. Strength training will do the opposite. It will make you leaner, lose body fat faster, and improve the overall shape of your body.
Related: A Beginner’s Guide to Bodyweight Training
Skipping stretching.
Flexibility is an important thing when you’re a professional cheerleader. It prevents you from sustaining injuries during a workout or a pro cheer dance performance. It also helps lengthen your muscles so that you look taller and leaner. If you work sitting down for hours, your hamstring muscles could get tight. So when you do an activity that engages these muscles, you could experience muscle strain.
Workout on an empty stomach.
There’s an old belief that you should workout on an empty stomach to burn fat faster. Fueling before a workout, preferably 45 minutes to 2 hours before a workout, gives you the energy you need to give your best. This is especially true if your workouts are pretty intense. Get the right balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Choose lean protein, healthy fat, and complex carbohydrates like whole grains.
Using your phone.
Nowadays, it’s hard to stay away from distractions. Your phone is definitely one of them. Be sure to turn off phone notifications before you workout. You could fall off the treadmill, accidentally hurt yourself, or exert less effort. Every moment of your fitness counts, so make the most out of the time you have.
Eating an unhealthy diet.
Whatever you put into your body shows on the outside. Just because you exercise doesn’t mean you can achieve your fitness goals. It’s important to align your nutrition plan with your exercise routine. Eating bad foods (carb and sugar-laden) will lower your endurance. Bad foods leave you feeling tired. They interrupt your sleep.
Conclusion
It’s a great thing to have a fitness regimen in place. You need it for pro cheer auditions. Most importantly, know what it takes to get the best out of your routine. Start by identifying barriers or poor habits such as the ones we discussed.
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