Just what is fitness anyway?  The definition is more or less relative to the person who is asking the question!

Getting Fit the Wrong Way!

How to get "not" fit?

Most would agree that it means having a body that is healthy and is maintained by good eating habits, regular exercise and beneficial sleep.  You might also add a balanced personality with well functioning mental health.  Staying healthy during Thanksgiving Seasoncan sometimes be daunting, with all the food on the table.

Thanksgiving Spread

Thanksgiving Dinner for the Family

 

One method to measure the physical aspects of fitness is with the use of a BMI (Body Mass Indicator) calculator.  You can find one at the Mayo Clinic’s website.  Once you have this information, it is a place to start developing a plan for fitness.  Designing a workout routine can be a daunting experience for a newbie but there is help for this.  A workout builder tool may be what you are looking for.  If you can afford it, you may want to engage a Personal Trainer but how do you know if they are qualified.  There are many things to consider when making this decision.

Your Personal Trainer

Choosing a Personal Trainer

 

One thing that is becoming more popular, because they are effective, is the use of Resistance Bands.  When choosing these bands it is important to get the right level of resistance.   Using resistance bands improves the quality of your exercise routine, strengthens your muscles and builds endurance.  What is you need to sit while exercising?  You may want to check out my website, www.resistancechairsystem.com.  This particular product uses resistance bands and has a bike attachment that can be set to different levels of resistance, according to one’s ability.  If you have issues with your shoulder, then the Freedom Flex Shoulder Stretcher attachment is something to consider.  Check back for end of the year sales on this website.

No matter what your level of readiness for exercise, the best place to start is in your head.  It really doesn’t matter what kind of equipment you have or where you have a membership, you need to take that first step – out the door or onto your equipment before any of this will work for you.

 

Personal Training gone awry

Personal Trainer Humor

So – what motivates you to exercise?  What do you use for equipment?  Do you find it easier if you have a gym membership?  What do you tell yourself relative to having an exercise routine?  Share with us, please.

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Did you know we spend 1/3 of our lives sleeping?  Sleeping gives the neurons in our brain time to repair and rejuvenate themselves.  Exercise?  What’s the connection there?  Actually a good workout does help you feel energized throughout the day.  Make an exercise appointment with yourself.  The best time for that workout?  You might be surprised to learn the best time is early afternoons.  Your energy will peak  at the right time to avoid those afternoon drowsies and it will deepen your sleep that night.   So – how do you exercise in the early afternoon?  If you are lucky enough to have your own office, you might invest in the Resistance Chair Exercise System.

Resistance Chair with Mini-bike and Shoulder Stretcher

Resistance Chair with Mini-bike and Shoulder Stretcher

It’s convenient (folds up and rolls away), affordable (less than a gym membership) and uses resistance bands to optimize your exercise experience.  You can check this out at www.resistancechairsystem.com.

If you do not have your own office, you can still invest in this chair and use it when you get home from work.  Exercise right before bedtime is a no-no.  Our body does need a few hours of rest to calm down after working out.  Your body will feel tired at the end of the day.  And when it’s time to nestle into your bed, be sure you are using a buckwheat pillow (www.buckwheatpillowsonline.com) for the ultimate sleeping comfort.   Exercising – Oh Yes :0)!  Tikki

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