Getting into a Routine

Hi folks,

One of the most important steps towards exercising more regularly is finding a routine that works for you. For some, this could mean waking up a half hour earlier a few days a week to walk or run. Others find it more convenient to exercise after work or later in the evening. The key message is that if you set a schedule,  you'll find yourself making your appointments, instead of finding excuses not to. Personally, I prefer to go to the gym in the morning, and do outdoor activities in the evening. Some products, such as the Nike plus pedometer, can generate a schedule for you through its "coach" feature. It will let you know which days of the week you need to run, and for how long, to achieve your goals.

In future posts, I will elaborate on setting goals and how often you should exercise each week to achieve those goals. Until next time, try setting a schedule and sticking to it. For beginners, get out for a half hour walk on 3 mornings a week. If that's not enough for you, go for a run, or hit the gym! If you still find that you're having trouble getting motivated to exercise, I've found it extremely helpful to have a "workout buddy". Whether it's a friend, spouse, pet, or group of people, it's a lot harder to cancel on other people's efforts to get healthier. Make a competition out of it and watch your results soar. Get out there and be active!

Cheers,

Ben
Complete Nutrition Canada