Inactivity is one of the most significant risk factors for serious health issues. If you’re new to exercise, being more active can change your life. Here are some top tips to start a new fitness regime with confidence and to ensure you get the most out of every workout. 

Start small

It’s brilliant to set goals as a means of motivating yourself to get to the gym or to go for a jog, but make sure your targets are realistic and achievable. Marathon runners and Olympic sprinters train for years on end, devoting every spare second to increase strength, stamina and speed. As a beginner, it’s wise to start small and to work towards milestones.

Don’t lose heart if you can’t run 10K in less than an hour after a few sessions at the gym. It can take time to build fitness and to adapt to a more active lifestyle. Focus on reaping the rewards of subtle changes and finding exercises that are fun. If you’re enjoying yourself, you won’t even notice that you’re working up a sweat and you’re burning calories. If you’re keen to try new activities and vary your sessions, this article has some great ideas https://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a19983775/fun-exercises/. 

Look the part

Dressing up for a night out or putting a smart outfit on for a meeting can affect the way you feel, as well as the way you look. If you’re heading to the gym for the first time, you’re about to embark upon a home training regime, or you’ve signed up for yoga, spin or dance classes, why not give your confidence a boost and get into the right frame of mind by investing in some workout gear that makes you feel strong, empowered and ready to go? Take a look at sites like curvesncombatboots.com for inspiration. It’s also crucial to ensure you have a pair of comfortable, well-fitted trainers before you begin. You want to be able to get through a session without worrying about painful blisters or slipping over. And it never hurts to feel super cute, am I right?

Don’t obsess about others

With social media, magazine covers and giant billboards featuring models and celebrities difficult to avoid, it can be tough not to make comparisons. The trouble is that comparing yourself to others can make you feel inadequate and knock your confidence.

Remember that everyone has to start somewhere and that the photos you see online or on massive advertising boards are not always an accurate representation of the average human body. There’s no point in obsessing over being tall with legs up to your armpits if you’re petite, for example. Focus on what you can change, try to move at a pace that suits you and concentrate on how far you’ve already come. Your goals should reflect YOUR personal aims not the woman you follow on Instagram.

Starting a fitness routine for you!

Starting a fitness regime is a fantastic idea. Exercise offers an array of benefits for health and wellbeing, and it can make a huge difference to your confidence and self-esteem. Going into your first session, make sure you have realistic expectations, don’t compare yourself to others, have confidence in your abilities and treat yourself to a fabulous outfit that makes you feel strong and positive. 

Are you ready to get started today, but are lacking in the accountability department? One of the ways I help women as a Life & Empowerment Coach is by holding them accountable to their goals. Let’s hop on a free 30 minute power session and discuss your goals and how I can help you reach them so you’ll be feeling incredible!