The kids are back at school so you are finally going to have some time to yourself. Now is the opportune time to focus on you – get on track and lose those extra few kilos you may have put on over the festive season. Whether it’s the bikini body you want, increased energy, to shed a few kilos and to just feel good, this is where to start.
It is far too often we put ourselves second to our children, our partners, friends and work, etc. What we need to remember is we will be a better parent, partner, etc. if we take time to look after our health and fitness. Good health provides us not only with a greater quantity of life, but most importantly quality of life.
Here are some tips to get you moving….. READY…SET…GO!!!!
Have fun!
Exercise doesn’t have to be boring, and we have a little saying “It doesn’t have to be FUN, to be FUN!” For me the “fun” in training is learning new skills, getting faster, stronger, etc. Set yourself a challenge and aim towards achieving it. This can be anything from being able to run around with my children and be an active parent, beat my 8 year old in a running race, complete 10 push-ups, climb a mountain, learn to swim…. You get the idea. Open your mind and have something to strive for, as this makes the journey a worthwhile one.
Go on and set yourself a goal. Do this now!!!
Frequency & consistency
So you have set yourself a goal, now is the time to get to work.
In all aspects of life satisfaction comes from all achievements (big and small). Have your eye on your end goal, but remember to celebrate the smaller milestones towards achieving it. You need to be able to run 100m before you can run a marathon.
How do we start achieving the small (and then big) goals? Start working towards them- hit them regularly and with consistency. We recommend a minimum of 2-3 times a week, every week (I.e. not 1 day this week, 7 next week, 0 the next). Initially our goal is to establish good/healthy habits, that will become second nature soon enough. So schedule it into your diary and don’t give yourself an out. Even better commit to a friend to do this together (it is unlikely you will be happy about letting someone else down). This will ensure you are giving yourself the best chances of success.
Pick up the pace.
This is another area where it is a great to have a friend along for the journey. I am by no way suggesting “walk talking” (a casual stroll where you can talk comfortably). If you can talk, you are not working hard – get your eye on your prize (your goal) and work like you want to achieve it. We want your heart rate up and we want you sweaty. For some this may be a brisk walk, for others this may be a sprint. *If you have any conditions that may limit you be sure to get clearance from your doctor before starting.
You are what you eat
As much as I know you don’t want to hear it, you cannot out-train a bad diet. You may get quick results through ill-advised methods but these methods are unsustainable and as soon as you stop, the results stop too. It may take a little longer to see results through a more holistic approach but the beauty of this is that the extra time it takes is extra time spent learning the skills of good eating. Once you’ve got that ball rolling you’ll be much more successful than the person who wants everything yesterday. If it seems too good to be true – it is.
We recommend establishing good eating habits based around real food (not processed). Basic guidelines are to stick to the perimeter of the shop- meat, vegetables, nuts, seeds, fruit (I.e. no packaged food, sugar). Do the right thing 80% of the time and allow yourself the occasional treat.
A program to suit you
At Coastal CrossFit we aim to provide a holistic approach to health and fitness- No gimmicks just solid foundations to get you on track towards lifelong health and fitness.
Circuit Training
CLICK HERE to find out more about our Circuit Training Session.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 9:15am-10:00am (Right after school drop off).
Dedicate 45mins 2-3 days a week and see what results you can achieve.
– Feel great and look great
– Have more energy
– Lose weight
– Be a positive role model
– Join and meet a great group of people
– Kids welcome (give us a call to discuss)
Next block STARTING: 9th Feb- 6th March
Limited places so BOOK NOW:
CLICK HERE to book or Call/email Marie mob: 0432 710 684 , info@coastalcrossfit.com.au
Optional: Nutritional challenge $40 (includes nutritional package and support).
