Saturday, July 24, 2010

Top 5 Fitness Mistakes That Will Mess Up Your Workouts!


Top 5 Fitness mistakes to avoid!






1.  If you are reading on the treadmill:  STOP  just 10 minutes of vigorous workout equals 30 minutes of slow walking. 


2.  Stay hydrated during your workouts:  Don't drink cold water room temperature water is recommended. 


3.  Change up your workouts:  Your body will adapt to your workouts.  It's important to challenge yourself often by changing it up every 6 to 8 weeks.


4.  Don't skip workouts:  Even when you don't think you have time, you do. Even 10 minutes of exercise has an impact on the body,


5.  Don't Work Out Every Day:   Your body needs the rest and recovery time to rebuild and be at its best.   The rest period is for rebuilding muscle tears and easing muscle soreness. 


Remember you are never too old to exercise!


The most important time to stretch is after your workout, not before.

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