The mind and body benefit greatly from exercise. This is how:
- More robust body Builds muscle and bones
enhances balance and posture Increases endurance and strength
- Healthy Heart
reduces blood pressure enhances circulation of blood Reduces risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes
- Happier mood produces endorphins
The happy chemicals in your brain reduces depression, stress, and anxiety increases self-assurance and mental clarity
- Enhances Sleep
Helps you fall asleep faster and sleep deeper controls sleep patterns
- Helps with Weight Control
Reduces calories builds lean muscle, which burns more calories even when you’re not moving.
Here are some simple and fun ways to wake up your workout and keep things fresh and exciting:
- Modify the Format
Instead of your usual steady-state cardio or weight training, try circuit training, HIIT, or Tabata. Swap machines for bodyweight or free weights.
- Update Your Music
Library Fresh music = fresh energy. A new beat can totally change your pace and motivation.
- Take It Outside
Go to a trail, beach, or park. The change of scenery is a great mental reset.
- Try Something New
Add in a dance class, boxing, swimming, or yoga.
Your routine can be reenergized as little as one to two sessions a week of something new.
- Switch Up the Order
Simply rearranging your workout moves can surprise your muscles and improve results.
- Include Intervals
In between sets or during cardio, incorporate sprints, jumps, or brief bursts of effort.
- Get a Workout Buddy
A friend makes it more fun, keeps you accountable, and adds competition.
- Use a Fitness App or YouTube Channel
Follow a new trainer or routine. Sometimes all you need is someone else to direct your actions.
- Set a Mini Goal
Try mastering a new move (like pull-ups), improving flexibility, or hitting a certain number of reps or minutes.
- Workout First Thing in the Morning
A morning sweat can boost your mood and energy all day. Benefit: you won’t skip it as often.
