Hi everyone,
We all wish to shed those extra kilos, maintain good shape and of course stay healthy. But only few remain consistently focused on the 'stay fit' mantra. Why - we all have our own reasons, excuses, responsibilities, jobs!!!!
Honestly, do we really can't afford to start and stick to a specific exercise routine? Is it really that difficult? As I'm writing this, I'm no good at regular exercise.... Unfortunately, I've read somewhere its good enough if you exercise for at least 4 days in a week. This kind of comforting news gets etched in our brains and we use it whenever we need it. Something like that is happening with me...If I exercise for two days in a row....then the third I automatically take a break!! It has a become a routine with me and I'm determined to change this. How.....Read on!
First decide on what type of exercising routine suits you. I'm comfortable with walking and yoga (suryanamaskar, few asanas n breathing exercises) to start with.
Next equip yourself with all the necessary gear....I already have yoga mat, so I bought new sneakers for walking.
Then decide on timings....Yes this is a detriment to many of us....with huge scope for excuses!!
But that won't do now. YES, be honest and decide on the timings...either early mornings or evenings during sunset.
Choose a proper place to walk.
Drink enough water.
Start Slowly and maintain steady pace.
I prefer early mornings!! I have great energy at that time and I love walking in mornings.
Thats done....so now start walking!!
I've a friend who joins me for morning walks. So we started and with few breaks still continuing. Few pointers for walkers - Always wear jogging shoes, never use any other type of footwear!Start with a warm-up walk for about 5 minutes, then increase pace gradually and brisk walk for about 15 minutes.
Then gradually reduce pace and return to normal speed. All this would take up to 45 minutes. This kind of routine is best suited for people who do not walk much.Once you start enjoying the routine u can increase your brisk-walk time gradually.
Then start yoga...yoga classes are available anywhere, so join one. It will provide the much needed motivation to start and continue yoga. Personally, I do suryanamaskars (15-12 cycles), then abdominal, chakra asana and few standing poses and then pranayama, all with few seconds break in between. Once I'm done with all the asanas, I close my eyes sit quietly for sometime in a padmasana pose.This is relaxing!!
Many working women and even stay-at-home women might not find enough time to exercise both during mornings and evenings. Here's what you can do. Plans meals before night itself so that the next day won't be a rush. Working women can start a little early, say at 4 am and finish all chores by 5.30. Then embark on your walking crusade!! Stay-at-home women can choose mornings 11-12.30 timings for exercises, just ensure that you do not eat anything 3 hours prior to that. This is just a suggestion.....But remember, you have to give it a 'PRIORITY' status to actually see the results.
You will be surprised by the outcomes - first you will notice some kind of triumphant feeling about having done something for yourself. Then gradually you will start noticing improvements in your appearance and health grounds. Of course compliments will soon follow...but what matters the most is, you did make a start and adhered to it. I've seen few people who do exercise with great commitment and the results are wonderful. They are my inspiration!!
I still try to stick to a routine but fail horribly. But I'm working on that front and would definitely chart out a perfect exercising routine.
I personally feel, beginners should initially adhere to a walking routine. That prepares your body for yoga. I personally noticed this. Initially, I've started walking for up to 4 four months (consistently) and then started attending yoga classes. The walking routine made my body more flexible and I experienced no discomfort in doing yoga.
So, everyone out there who are still mulling over, bring out your exercising gear and start now!! Good Luck.
We all wish to shed those extra kilos, maintain good shape and of course stay healthy. But only few remain consistently focused on the 'stay fit' mantra. Why - we all have our own reasons, excuses, responsibilities, jobs!!!!
Honestly, do we really can't afford to start and stick to a specific exercise routine? Is it really that difficult? As I'm writing this, I'm no good at regular exercise.... Unfortunately, I've read somewhere its good enough if you exercise for at least 4 days in a week. This kind of comforting news gets etched in our brains and we use it whenever we need it. Something like that is happening with me...If I exercise for two days in a row....then the third I automatically take a break!! It has a become a routine with me and I'm determined to change this. How.....Read on!
First decide on what type of exercising routine suits you. I'm comfortable with walking and yoga (suryanamaskar, few asanas n breathing exercises) to start with.
Next equip yourself with all the necessary gear....I already have yoga mat, so I bought new sneakers for walking.
Then decide on timings....Yes this is a detriment to many of us....with huge scope for excuses!!
But that won't do now. YES, be honest and decide on the timings...either early mornings or evenings during sunset.
Choose a proper place to walk.
Drink enough water.
Start Slowly and maintain steady pace.
I prefer early mornings!! I have great energy at that time and I love walking in mornings.
Thats done....so now start walking!!
I've a friend who joins me for morning walks. So we started and with few breaks still continuing. Few pointers for walkers - Always wear jogging shoes, never use any other type of footwear!Start with a warm-up walk for about 5 minutes, then increase pace gradually and brisk walk for about 15 minutes.
Then gradually reduce pace and return to normal speed. All this would take up to 45 minutes. This kind of routine is best suited for people who do not walk much.Once you start enjoying the routine u can increase your brisk-walk time gradually.
Then start yoga...yoga classes are available anywhere, so join one. It will provide the much needed motivation to start and continue yoga. Personally, I do suryanamaskars (15-12 cycles), then abdominal, chakra asana and few standing poses and then pranayama, all with few seconds break in between. Once I'm done with all the asanas, I close my eyes sit quietly for sometime in a padmasana pose.This is relaxing!!
Many working women and even stay-at-home women might not find enough time to exercise both during mornings and evenings. Here's what you can do. Plans meals before night itself so that the next day won't be a rush. Working women can start a little early, say at 4 am and finish all chores by 5.30. Then embark on your walking crusade!! Stay-at-home women can choose mornings 11-12.30 timings for exercises, just ensure that you do not eat anything 3 hours prior to that. This is just a suggestion.....But remember, you have to give it a 'PRIORITY' status to actually see the results.
You will be surprised by the outcomes - first you will notice some kind of triumphant feeling about having done something for yourself. Then gradually you will start noticing improvements in your appearance and health grounds. Of course compliments will soon follow...but what matters the most is, you did make a start and adhered to it. I've seen few people who do exercise with great commitment and the results are wonderful. They are my inspiration!!
I still try to stick to a routine but fail horribly. But I'm working on that front and would definitely chart out a perfect exercising routine.
I personally feel, beginners should initially adhere to a walking routine. That prepares your body for yoga. I personally noticed this. Initially, I've started walking for up to 4 four months (consistently) and then started attending yoga classes. The walking routine made my body more flexible and I experienced no discomfort in doing yoga.
So, everyone out there who are still mulling over, bring out your exercising gear and start now!! Good Luck.
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