FIT ESSENTIALS

AM WORKOUTS

Get that heart rate up first thing in the morning. While the time of day makes no difference when it comes to results, you may be more likely to make excuses as time goes on. Plus, a morning workout might be perfect for some “you” time. Add some muscle-building activities to your workouts. Free weights, resistance band exercises, muscle sculpt classes or using your body weight with push-ups, planks and squats all work. A personal trainer could help you put together a beginner’s program

MUSIC MOTIVATES

Exercise is a great stress reliever and mood booster. When you’ve had a rough day, a workout may be just what you need! Music can help take your workout up a notch if it’s music that appeals to you. One of the best tips is to have a go-to playlist that instantly gets you in the zone to work out. It’s like having a trainer right in your ears.

Tracking keeps you accountable, and studies show that those who keep journals are more successful at weight loss than those who don’t. Pay attention to your thoughts Thoughts are powerful; bring awareness to yours. Do you encourage yourself with positivity or hold yourself back with negativity? A change in mindset could be all it takes to get your health on track.

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