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Achieving exercise goals is as much about brains as it is about brawn. The approach of training long and hard can demotivate a lot of people and doesn’t always get results. By finding smart ways to exercise, you can make exercise easier and more productive. Below are just a few tips on how to exercise smarter and not harder.
No Brain, No Gain: How To Exercise Smarter, Not Harder
Integrate exercise into everyday tasks
There are many daily tasks that can double-up as a workout. Cleaning the house is a good example – you can work up a sweat while vacuuming and even integrate some strength training by making the effort to move furniture and clean behind.
Meanwhile, if you need to grab items from your local shop, resist taking the car – taking the opportunity to power-walk there or cycle could be another way to add some exercise to your day. This can prevent you from having to spend as much time solely dedicated to exercise
Exercise at the right times
Did you know that exercising at certain times of the day can improve results? If you want to lose weight, one of the best times to work out is first thing in the morning before you’ve had any breakfast. Many studies support the idea that fasted exercise is the best way to burn extra calories.
The best time to train if you’re trying to build muscle is meanwhile thought to be between 3pm and 6pm (so straight after work for most people) as muscles are warmed up and primed. Exercising late at night is not recommended as it can negatively affect sleep. It’s also important to leave suitable breaks between exercises so that you’re not overdoing it.
Build it up slowly
When training for a long-distance run or for strength, a lot of people get impatient and push themselves too far too early. This often leads to injuries – which will only delay you from getting to where you need to be. Building things up gradually is a much better way to get results. You’re less likely to get injured or be as exhausted after each workout because you’ve got your body used to each stage of intensity.
Hire a personal fitness trainer
Hiring a personal fitness trainer is worthwhile if you’re determined to reach a specific exercise goal. A trainer can help you to develop a personalised exercise plan catered to your goal and lifestyle. They can also correct you on aspects like form and breathing – helping you to get better results and avoid injuries.
Just make sure that you hire the right personal trainer. In many cases, it’s worth looking for a personal trainer that specialises in your needs. There are trainers out there that specialise in marathon training, postpartum weight loss, strength training or training people with disabilities – some of these niche trainers may be able to provide more accurate and experienced advice.
Adjust your diet
Diet and exercise go hand in hand when reaching many workout goals. You need to make sure that you’re getting the right amounts of calories, eating at the right times, and getting the right nutritional balance. You can find nutritional plans online for accompanying different types of exercise goals. Alternatively, you can hire a nutritionist to help you or work with a trainer who has nutritional knowledge.
Final Thoughts : No Brain, No Gain: How To Exercise Smarter, Not Harder
By finding smart ways to exercise, building up slowly and hiring a personal trainer you can achieve great results by exercising smarter but not harder.
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