Easing your way back to Exercise

elliptical-exercise-machine-cross-trainerIt can be challenging to start exercising after being away from it for a while.  Often times, your body is not use to the high intensity of exercise and it is recommended to take it slowly after taking a break.  For instance, before my vacation, I was using the elliptical for over an hour and at certain speed.  After my 7 day vacation, I modified my workout by decreasing my speed and the amount of time spent on various workout machines.

I had to remind myself that I needed to keep up my training regimen or suffer the consequences.  I do not want to gain the weight back, so am I willing to do whatever it takes to keep the weight off.  I want my clothes to fit and my positive health image to continue.  I remind myself how good it feels to have a strenuous routine.  Sometimes to get re-motivated you have to change up your program by exercising in a novel way.  While my main exercise is using the elliptical, I added 45 minutes with a personal trainer by lifting weights and building upper body strength.  Even if you get seriously off track with your exercise routine, remember that another opportunity is on the way!!

Cheers,

Gina

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