Tips For Starting and Sticking to a Fitness Routine
TIPS FOR STARTING AND STICKING TO A FITNESS ROUTINE
Now we’re in January we thought it would be a good idea to discuss getting started on your exercise and fitness goals and new year resolutions, but more importantly, how to stick with them for the the long haul.
In this article, we will give you tips for starting and sticking to a fitness routine and how Stack House Gym can support you.
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PLAN YOUR FITNESS ROUTINE
If you’re a beginner, start with small goals. This may sound simplistic, but it is so important to build confidence in the gym first. Start with a small goals.
For example, start by choosing regular days of the week that you know you can attend and book it into your diary as you would an appointment.
It is important to be realistic about how many days and how long your can spend at the gym; don’t make an unrealistic target. Set a goal that you know you can stick to. The biggest mistake people make early on is saying they will attend the gym more often than they can, and they give up entirely.
It is recommended that a person undertake at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week. Taking this as into account, set an attendance goal that suits you. If you find you haven’t achieved your attendance goal one week, don’t worry you haven’t failed! Reset and start again the following week.
Small attendance goals are a great way to feel more confident in what you’re doing.
SET YOUR FITNESS GOAL
Once your attendance goals are met, now is a good time to set your fitness goals or what you would like to achieve over a period of time.
Once you know what you’re working towards, you can start to plan the steps you need to take to get there. This bit can be tricky and we recommend discussing this with a Trainer or a member of staff at the gym if you need some guidance.
At Stack House Gym, we offer a premium membership package with ongoing training guidance and dietary advice.
THINK ABOUT WHAT MAKES EXERCISE FUN FOR YOU
There are many different types of training and we recommend finding out what type of training you enjoy. Enjoyment in what you’re doing at the gym is important for you to be able to stick to it.
Finding out what you enjoy can take time and often comes after some trial and error. When first joining the gym, we recommend attending the induction that is offered by our team so you can learn how and why to use certain pieces of equipment.
The more experience you gain in the gym will inform you of what you would like to do more of, or less of, in your training.
At Stack House Gym we have an experienced team of Trainers and Coaches who can assist with creating personalised plans based on what you enjoy, that will facilitate you to reach your goals.
UTILISE EXPERT KNOWLEDGE FROM THE TEAM AT THE GYM
The gym is home to fitness experts who are ready and willing to help you set your goals.
As previously mentioned we offer inductions to all new joiners as part of the membership, we have premium add-ons to all of our memberships, as well as, Personal Trainers and Coaches who can give you 1:1 attention, and who also run classes.
Utilising expert knowledge from the team at the gym will help you get the most out of your gym membership and will add value to your experience.
JOIN A GYM WITH A COMMUNITY YOU WANT TO BE A PART OF
Finally, bring a part of a community of like minded individuals is a great way to make friends, make progress, create enjoyment and promote long term commitment.
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Here are our 5 tips to starting and sticking to your fitness routine this new year. If you have any questions or want any advice, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Our vision for 2022, is to help as many people as possible make a COMMITMENT TO THEIR HEALTH.