Exercise and Your New Year's Resolutions

New Year Eve may be a few weeks away, but if you expect 2012 to be the year you get in shape and stay in shape, the time to take action is now. Here are a few tips that can help you lay the groundwork for a successful plan and a healthy year.

 Above all else, prepare to be patient and disciplined. You will need to gather your gear and begin your workout during every scheduled session, without fail, so make sure youe ready to shake off minor setbacks and frustrations and stick to the plan. Getting in shape can be a rough road, but people do it every day. Just know that youl need to stay level-headed and determined, probably for months or more, before you start seeing measurable results.


 Set clear, realistic goals before you form a plan. Don expect to lose fifty pounds by February. If you aren sure what a realistic goal is for someone at your starting point, there are plenty of resources you can turn to, including your doctor, a trainer at your local gym, or even the internet. You should definitely consult a doctor if youe never worked out before or if you have any existing health problems that might affect your plans.

 Develop a workout routine that pushes your limits without becoming painful. You should feel great at the end of every workout session. But you should also feel tired, your breathing rate should be elevated, and you should be sweating. If your routine is genuinely unpleasant, you run the risk of demotivating yourself. If it too easy, youl see a frustrating lack of results.

 Make sure you have the right gear. Don wait till January 1st to figure out what you need to complete your routine. Start now by investing in the right shoes and comfortable clothing that breathes and wicks away moisture. Youl also need hand protection, like a good pair of Gripad weight lifting gloves for women, so you can add resistance training to your cardio routine without hurting your hands.

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