Getting started is the most challenging part. The fitness world can be confusing, tedious, hard, and time-consuming, leading many to avoid it or take a long time to choose to have a fitness habit.
For many people, it's only when the body starts experiencing aches and pains that prevent everyday activities from being comfortable or possible—it could be as simple as being able to put on one's socks—or when they hinder performance in sports or other activities that they consider making a change. Sometimes, having an exercise routine in place is not enough; lacking variety or guidance can impede progress and lead to stagnation.
Regardless of the obstacles you face, we are here to provide the support and guidance you need to overcome them. Our goal is to emphasize the Importance of finding your 'FLOW' and to help you make fitness a sustainable part of your life.
Discovering your 'Flow' is about finding the right approach to achieving your fitness goals. It's about finding something you enjoy and find valuable, and most importantly, finding your why—something that will make fitness a sustainable and lasting part of your life. It's not just about the journey but the positive outcomes it brings. These outcomes, such as improved health, increased energy, and a sense of accomplishment, can inspire and motivate you to continue your fitness journey, empowering you to take control of your health and well-being.
Here are some tips to help you find and maintain a more active and healthy lifestyle.
Tip #1: Explore different activities
No one shoe fits all, not even a sock. Neither does your fitness journey. So it is essential to be patient and try different activities until you find the one that fits you well and become passionate about it. There are various types of places(including your home), modalities (yoga, strength training, dance, cycling, among many more), and different instructors that can help you navigate the fitness world. Just like the activity it is also very important to find a person you like that helps you feel motivated to always push yourself the best that you can. The more you enjoy the activity, the more likely you will maintain a fitness style that fits you and your physical needs.
Tip #2: Setting goals and realistic ones.
To get anywhere, it is always a good idea to know where you want to go. Start by creating goals that are attainable in a timely fashion. That way, you will be able to accomplish them, maintain motivation, and continue to grow. It's like going up the stairs. If you set goals that are too big and impossible, you will feel frustrated and deter you from even wanting to continue. But also be flexible; the journey might take you and show you different places that might serve you better or provide various benefits. Being flexible will allow you different experiences that will take you to the bigger goal and not get stuck or frustrated if things are not going as planned. This sense of control over your journey can be incredibly encouraging and motivating.
Tip #3: Listen to your Body
Your body knows best, and depending on the day, your body might tell you in what state it is. It's always a good idea to adjust the type of training. That way, you can also avoid injuries and not create a distaste for the activities you are doing.
Tip #4: Get your friends and family to join you or Join a group class
Creating a community (even if one person) with people you know and like helps you be accountable, makes the activities fun, and creates a support system. Also, being with people who are positive and supportive helps you always try to be better. It will allow you to socialize and enrich your life.
Having an active life is not always easy, but it comes with so many benefits that are worth the effort to make everything else in life easier and better. To name a few, the benefits of being and staying active are improving your physical health, mental and emotional well-being, higher energy levels, and sleep. But I know deep down you know this.
So don't be afraid to take the first step. Accept where you are and focus on where you are going. Remember, the beginning phase is often the most demanding but also the most crucial when starting a fitness journey. It's about creating a sustainable and fulfilling lifestyle, and you have the power to make it happen. Keep pushing through, and you'll see the results.
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