Often, New Year’s Resolutions are tied to a specific goal weight or amount of weight we would like to lose. What if, instead, this year, we resolved that we would try to feel better in 2020. Weight loss is a terrific, healthy benefit of a consistent exercise regimen, but by focusing on how our bodies feel we can reduce the chance that we will throw in the towel before we see progress on the scale. Before you write your resolutions in ink this year, FitClub has a few key points about exercise to help you focus on how you feel.
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Do you feel sluggish? At the end of a long day, you might feel too sluggish to think about a grueling workout. The idea of comfortable clothes and a Netflix binge might be all it seems you have the energy to accomplish. If you’re tired of feeling sluggish in the evenings, exercise can help energize you, clear your mind, and help you restore your energy levels consistently. According to Mayo Clinic, exercise helps your body more efficiently deliver oxygen and nutrients through your body, providing you with healthier, more productive heart and lungs. The more efficient cardiovascular and respiratory systems then give you that energy boost that’s been missing.
Do you feel like you might be coming down with something? Exercise has been proven to improve immune system function and help you better respond to the threat of colds and flu. Not only does exercise ward off the seasonal frustrations of colds and the flu, but it can also ensure that your cardiovascular system is in peak condition to help you ward off more serious illnesses like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Exercise can even reduce your risk of developing arthritis and certain types of cancer.
Do you feel confident? Try achieving a new pace or adding another rep to a challenging strength training session and you’ll find that the way you feel about yourself improves. How you feel in your own skin can improve dramatically when you build a consistent exercise program that allows you to push yourself and achieve results. When you put your fitness first, you might find that your stress level improves, your anxiety reduces, and you feel more comfortable and confident in your day to day life.
So how much and how often do you need to exercise before you begin to see results? The good news is that most experts agree you need about two and a half hours of exercise each week to see improvement in your health and mindset. Of course if you’re chasing certain fitness goals in 2020, you may need more than only two and a half hours, but if you’re new to FitClub or coming back after a long break, start slowly and ramp up.
What are you waiting for? The benefits of a consistent fitness program are endless and life changing!
