Tricks To Avoid Workout Burnout
When it comes to getting
and staying fit, consistency is a major component to success. Ensuring
that you regularly eat nutritious meals and exercise week after week is
mandatory. But, too much of a good thing can actually be harmful.
Exercising too much can not only lead to injuries but also to burnout.
Burnout is a real toxin that commonly plagues those new to exercise. This
is one of the major reasons that so many people quit workout programs
before they barely have gotten started.
The motivation for someone to start exercising is often sparked by major
events in their life: diagnosis of health problems, break up of an intimate
relationship or inability to partake in a prior favorite past time. Motivation
is powerful in the beginning and provides what's necessary to take the
first steps toward healthier living.
However, this same positive enthusiasm often turns into a negative because
the individual forgets another key component of success: moderation. When
an exerciser starts furiously and takes on workouts that are far too frequent
and/or far too intense, then inevitably they burnout and quit all together.
As with most things in life, moderation in exercise is very important.
A consistent and moderate exercise program varies by individual (and fitness
level), but in general you should start slow and build from there. An
effective workout plan will slowly increase both your exercise frequency
and intensity each week in a safe manner.
Here are some quick tips to help you avoid workout burnout:
. Don't overdo it in the beginning. Start with as little as just two
20 minute sessions per week and build slowly week after week.
. Workout at home. You'll be able to save travel time and avoid the "can't
get to the gym" excuse.
. Watch for over training signals which include: loss of appetite, lack
of progression, extreme fatigue and recurring injury.
. Start slowly and try to manage your motivation so that it lingers rather
than waning after a few short weeks.
. Make at least minor changes to your workout routine every four weeks
. Completely change your routine at least every 8-12 weeks
. Don't do the same exact workout every session. Try 2-3 different workouts
per week.
. Strive to try something completely unique and different every few months.
. Take a week off from exercise every 3-6 months.
. Alternate between 2-3 different cardio machines (or options) within
a given workout. Try 5-10 minutes of each to stay interested.
About the author: Lynn Bode is a certified personal trainer specializing
in Internet-based fitness programs. She founded Workouts For You, which
provides affordable online exercise programs that are custom designed
for each individual. Visit: http://www.workoutsforyou.com
for a free sample workout. Fitness professionals take your business online,
visit: http://www.trainerforce.com
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