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Fitness - How To Get Fit Without Really Trying
How To Get Fit Without Really Trying
By Tracy Griffen
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Too good to be true? Well, doing certain things can in fact increase the likelihood of you succeeding in getting fit. The theory is that if you set yourself up right, you’re more likely to succeed. So without further ado, here are eight things that are ‘easy wins’ for improving your health: Eat breakfast everyday: Starting with
the obvious, the most common question is “why?” to which the answer is that you’re putting fuel in the tank when the body needs it the most, getting ready for action. Stand more often: Especially over the last two years, people are sitting more. We are born to stand, or to squat. Sitting puts pressure on our butt, and is terrible for heart health. Just by standing up for an extra half hour a day, you will increase your metabolism (how many calories you are burning) whilst improving your balance and leg strength. Drink extra water: your metabolism is a whole lot of chemical reactions turning food into stored energy. Chemical reactions happen more easily in an aqueous environment, so therefore if your body as a system is more aqueous, these metabolic functions can happen more easily. Try drinking an extra glass of water a day. You will feel less sluggish.
Stretch stiff muscles, don’t ignore
pain: Pain is an indicator of something going wrong, however it is mind-boggling how often we ignore, or live with, the pain. If you are feeling muscular pain, perhaps book directly in with a private physio. It will cost, but you are a worthy investment. Get Vitamin G: Get outdoors when you can. Take a walking meeting, meet a friend outside or go walk in a park to get into some ‘Vitamin G’. It has been proven that greenspace is good for your headspace. Rope in a mate: arrange to meet for a bike ride, run or walk. Enjoy the Scottish summer by meeting outdoors and go for an adventure.
Sleep Well: If you do all of the above, chances are you’ll become more aware of your body’s parameters. Turn devices off early (say 9pm), and listen to your body when you’re tired. Ask a professional: If you are lacking motivation or are unsure of what you’d like to do, perhaps a fitness trainer can help you find your mojo.
