Exercise can also improve your overall mood. Did you have an argument with a friend? Or did you do poorly on a test? A workout at the gym or a brisk 30-minute walk will make your brain produce chemicals that will make you happier and more relaxed than before you started working out.
Here are 8 simple ways to begin to improve your fitness health, and to assist you in maintaining your goals:
- Set up a workout routine that you not only follow, but update as you workout more
- Set monthly weight loss or cardio goals
- Walk or bike to work, or get off the bus a few blocks early
- Get a personal trainer
- Buy a gym membership
- Find a good way to distract/motivate yourself while working out, i.e. an mp3 player, books on tape, etc.
- Buy new shoes
- Buy a workout outfit
It is easy to get discouraged easily when attempting to improve your fitness health. Remember to go easy on yourself and to set goals you can achieve, especially when you are getting started! Starting is the hardest part, so follow these 8 simple tools to gear you towards feeling better.