Health Tips You Shouldn't Ignore

By Belinda Norbert


Fitness is a way of life that many people are new to. Being fit, eating right, and exercising is something that many people have to learn. Even with all the ways to get fit, it can be hard to choose particular methods. Here are a few effective techniques for keeping fit.

If you consume a protein shake after a workout, make sure to drink it right away. Studies show that when a person has a protein shake within 5 minutes of finishing their workout, they will gain more muscle. People who consumed the drink two hours later did not gain as much muscle.

A great way to get motivated once again if you are stuck in a rut in your fitness plan is to buy a new pair of gym shoes. Shopping always makes everyone feel good in general, but when you buy a new pair of gym shoes it's like getting a brand new tool to help you reach your fitness goals. You'll feel empowered as well as responsible for using great new shoes that you just spend your hard earned money on.

Mix up your intake of sugars before working out. Multiple sugars are better for a workout than sticking to one type of sugar for energy. While manufactured foods usually offer one type of sugar, natural foods such as fruits and granola can give you more than one type of sugar and increase your energy output and stamina.

In order to increase strength, try lifting light weights fast. By lifting a lighter weight fast your muscles will generate greater force than if you were lifting a heavier weight slowly. To get the most out of this type of explosive training, select a weight that is 40 to 60 percent of your one rep maximum, and perform 8 sets of 3 repetitions. Each rep should be performed as fast as possible.

Maintaining a healthy fitness routine requires that you eliminate any reason to not exercise. Start small and only devote 15 minutes a day to exercising if that is all that you think you have time for. Once you start this, you can build from it and completely extinguish the "no time" excuse. If your excuse is that you are too out of shape, then start slowly by walking or even just doing basic stretches.

Using the advice above, a little imagination, and after obtaining the all-clear from your doctor, you will be in a position to bounce into a fitness routine with vim and vigor. Remember to take things slowly at first, and build up your momentum as your fitness and energy levels increase. Your body will definitely thank you for your efforts.




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