Showing posts with label exercise at home. Show all posts
Showing posts with label exercise at home. Show all posts

Thursday, 17 May 2012

Exercise At Home Or Gym



Making the decision of where you will go to exercise is a very important step in reaching your fitness goal.  A lot of factors will be considered before taking this decision of whether you will exercise at home or gym, and each one of these factors should be evaluated very well before you start exercising.  Once you have made a decision on where to workout, you can move on to deciding your best workout plan.

Exercising at home has many advantages.  One of the advantages is savings. You will save money on fuel and transportation by choosing to exercise at home.
Memberships fees to a gym can often be quite expensive and may include other things that you don't need such as child care or swimming pools.  You also won't need to be concerned about the latest trends of exercise gear as you most likely will be exercising by yourself at home.

Keep in mind that working out at home does require a bit of financial obligation.  If you plan to go jogging or running, it is very important that you have high quality running shoes and exercise clothes.  This also applies to any type of equipment you may purchase to use at home.  If buy cheap equipment, you will probably end up getting hurt or getting frustrated because you are not getting the expected result.

Along with financial gains, exercising at home may also help those who don't like working out in public.  If you are worried about how you look in gym clothes, it is very comforting to know that the only person who has to be with you when you exercise at home is you.  Also, when you workout at home, you don't need to worry about time as no one will be waiting to use the equipment next.

For those who are motivated by being with people you know or come to know while working out away from home, a gym may be a better idea than working out at home.  At the gym, you will also have a variety of equipment to choose from as well, far more than you will have at home.

If you need other services than just weights and equipment, the gym may have just what you need. If you plan to swim, you will find the swimming pool at the gym to be just what you need to prepare yourself.  Swimming is also a great exercise for your body and cardio, as it involves working out all muscle groups in your body that you probably didn't even know you had.

Gyms will also offer you classes that you may find very motivating.  If you attend class on a regular basis, you may be motivated enough to continue. You can also meet new people in class, or just help others along if you choose.

All in all, making the choice of exercising at home or at the gym is a choice you should make based on your goals and personal preference.  The most important decision you will need to make is to determine what type of environment you want to be in and how you want to accomplish your fitness goals.

Once you have given it some thought and weighed out the pros and cons, you will have no problem making the choice to exercise at home or gym.  Always keep in mind that once you have made your choice, you can always switch if you are not getting the required result with the choice you made.


Tuesday, 14 February 2012

MAKE YOUR HOME A BETTER GYM


The explosive growth of home exercise equipment is an ample proof that home exercise is the new phenomenon in fitness and living an active life style. Great results can be achieved exercising at home as long as you determined, focus know what you are doing.

Your rug/carpet or an exercise mat, some light weight dumbbells, exercise tubing, determination and commitment are all it takes to get a good result exercising at home. Individuals with erratic work schedule, stay-at-home moms and individuals who work from home can simply set up a gym atmosphere in the comfort of their homes as this is a perfect solution to their exercise and fitness needs. 
 Determination, commitment, self motivation and discipline are very vital factors for you to get very good results exercising at home since you will be on your own.

The intimidating social atmosphere of a health club or a paid gym, waiting in line for equipment coupled with the fact that most people flirt more and exercise less discourage people from exercising at health clubs or gym. A hectic schedule, a long stay in transit and domestic engagements can also discourage you from exercising at home. However studies have shown that people exercising at home are more likely to stick to their program than those exercising at a club.

To obtain the best result, warming up for about 10 – 15 minutes with light aerobics exercise, walking, jogging, cycling, taking deep breaths and stretching before starting strength training is necessary as it helps the muscles relax and rejuvenate. An exercise like pushups, abdominal, stretching and some flexibility exercises does not require equipment.

Get that physical outlook and internal wellness; be fit while relaxing at home. Make your home your gym now.

Monday, 13 February 2012

HOW TO FIT EXERCISE INTO YOUR DAY



One of the major problems facing humans no matter their age, race or religion today is how to strike a balance between their job, family and well being. Some people work in different organization while others engage in one form of business or another. In all they want to take care of any need of theirs whenever it arise. This makes it difficult if not impossible for them to engage in one of the best activities that will help them remain healthy “EXERCISE”.
However, one should not compromise when it comes to issues regarding health and wellbeing generally. Exercise should be made a routine and kept like an appointment just like your job and/or business. The busy and tight work schedule is always a discouragement to exercising. Most people complain that when they get home after the day’s work coupled with other house chaos at home they become too tired to engage in exercise.
No matter how busy you are, endeavour to fit exercise into your work day to get energized. The following tips will be very useful for you to fit exercise into your work day.


WAKE UP EARLY. You can exercise in the morning before going out for the day. Exercising in the morning helps keep your mood elevated, recharges you physically, mentally and emotionally. It helps you get ready to face and seize the day. Make it a point of duty to wake up early in the morning to exercise before heading out for work or any other business.


EXERCISE WHILE WAITING. Another way you can fit exercise into your busy work day is to exercise while waiting for something else to happen. When running a copy you can stretch your arms and legs, walk around, while waiting for the micro wave you can step side by side, run or jog in place and squat. Instead of going to the closest rest room, go to the distant one.


USE THE STAIRCASE. Using the staircase instead of the elevator is another sure way of getting good doss of exercise at work or home. Studies have shown that using the staircase reduces the risk of developing heart disease. Try skipping a step when using the stairs it is good for the thighs.


MULTI-TASKING. You can multitask to get some exercise at work or home. You can do calf raises, squat; stretch your arms legs while brushing your mouth. In the shower you can do flexibility exercises and pushups. In the office you can during break hours you can walk around the office premises. When you have a cause to reach out to a colleague, walk to his or her office instead of calling or sending a mail. When going to the office in the morning you can stop a bus stop before your office and walk the rest. At the car park you can get a little exercise before proceeding to the office or stepping into the house.


These words from Mahatma Gandhi says it “Men often become what they believe themselves to be. If I believe I cannot do something, it makes me incapable of doing it. But when I believe I can, then I acquire the ability to do it even if I didn’t have it in the beginning.
CUT OUT those EXCUSES NOW!......NEVER give up!……..YOU will surely get their.


 

Monday, 12 September 2011

BEST CARDIO WORKOUTS FOR ALL



                                 
It is a known fact that what works best for one may not be the best for another.This is also applicable when it comes to designing a work out program.To create a work out program,one has to put some certain things like body type,physical activity preference and level of fitness into consideration.However there are many different activities to create the best cardio work outs from no matter your fitness level, body type or physical activity preference. Lets examine the following activities for cardio work outs for women.

DANCING
No special equipment is needed and you don’t need to go to a party to dance.All you need is your musical set and your sitting room or anywhere in your home to dance to your favorite songs to set the heart pumping. You can make it a family affair where every body catch fun and work out at the same time. You can as well register in a dance studio to get a professional touch.

SPORTS
Sports like football,martial arts,basket ball,tennis,handball,squash and any other sport where you are not allowed to sit idle for more than a few seconds is one of the best cardios for women. However picking your favorite sport is advisable as this will give the double dose of catching fun and working out in one.


SKIPPING
The only equipment needed here is a skipping rope for you to get your body moving. You can change the tempo and style as you progress. You can take slow, fast, double jumps, skipping on one leg, cross ways or a combination of all. The good thing is that all parts of your body are involved.

RUNNING,JOGGING AND WALKING
The only difference between these three is speed. No matter your physical level you can take advantage of this type of cardio work out. You don’t need any special equipment other than your pair of shoes and you don’t equally need any special place to walk, jog or run. You can map out a root around your locality or you can go to sports center or field. Almost all parts of your body will be simultaneously involved.

SWIMMING
This cardio activity involves all the major muscle groups and you will be having so much fun that you won’t realize you are working out. You can alternate slow and fast pace to get the best result.

These cardio work outs and many more are especially very good for women because most women like socializing while exercising. No matter your preference, this list should guide you towards creating the best cardio work out routine for your needs and life style.www.facebook.com

Thursday, 28 July 2011

WHY REGULAR EXERCISE IS IMPORTANT



             
Your tight work schedule or age should not be an excuse not to exercise regularly if you consider the benefits of regular exercise to your health, wealth and general wellbeing. Diet undoubtedly has its role to play but regular exercise remains one of if not the most essential part to living a healthy active life. Some of the reasons you must exercise regular include the following.
FAT BURNING: The most cherished side effect of exercise I know is fat burning. I wonder if there is any other way to burn fat faster than the combination of a balanced meal plan and exercise. This help you keep your bucks as you don’t need to change your cloths every now and then.
TO LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE:  By exercising regularly you strengthen the heart muscles and by so doing you help it pump more blood with less effort. Exercise also helps reduce the risk of developing heart disease.
INCREASE ENERGY LEVEL: Regular exercise helps increase your energy level. This means having more energy to carry out your day to day activities. You become physically and mentally fit and alert with a sharp reflex. It makes you feel much better and great.
STABILIZATION OF BLOOD SUGAR: Doctors in most cases encourage patience with diabetes to engage in regular exercise, they will of course give them guidelines. This is because when you exercise regularly it improves your body’s use of insulin and as you lose weight insulin sensitivity is also improved, thereby helping to check your blood sugar.
IMPROVED OUT LOOK: When you exercise regularly, your mirror becomes your companion because people around you will be telling you how great you look. Your body becomes well toned and the envy of many. Smiling becomes a part of you as a result of the positive remarks you get from people around you and you look younger.
Stop giving excuses, now is the time to get that needed regular exercise.

Wednesday, 6 July 2011

BENEFITS OF EXERCISE

Exercise is very beneficial to man in terms of physical fitness and appearance as well as health wise.
Having a healthy physical appearance is not only good for your external outlook but also for your internal body system. It is no longer news that exercise is one of or the most essential activity to undertake to keep the heart in a perfect condition. The good news is that you can exercise at the comfort of your home,at work or business place.
 
Gone are the days when people rely too much on medicine to lose weight. All it demands of the person is to observe patience in going through all the tiresome routines including especially rigorous exercises to lose weight. What you get in a while is an ideal body which you will proudly love to show others to behold.

Obesity is dreaded by almost everybody probably because of its health risks. To get rid of the excess fat, exercise Is a major factor. It not only help get rid of the excess fat but also give the person strength and stamina to carry on,it also help raise your energy level and put you in a perfect mood to face the days challenges.

More women are getting interested in having a perfect figure now than ever. The increasing interest is due to the fact that the concept is associated with the female body. To achieve this exercises like yoga, dance, stepping, stretching, jugging, walking, spinning and many other forms of exercise play vital roles.