Getting In Shape Without Killing Yourself in the Gym

Even though summer will be ending in about a month this is no reason for you to say bye to those good habits or wanting to lose those pounds. There are several factors that people need to understand when they are trying to get in shape whether it be to live a healthier lifestyle or to shed unwanted pounds.

• Drink Water. This is probably the most important tip of them all water does a lot for your body. Think about it your body is already made up of 75% H2O so why not rehydrate yourself with whats already most present in your body. Water does so much for your body flushing out bad things, makes your skin healthy, and drinking water can actually make you less thirsty throughout the day. When I used to read those articles that said a person should drink 8 Glasses of water my first thought was they are crazy. But once actually trying to drink water during the day its not that hard to do at all. Drink 2 glasses of water with each meal and after about 2 weeks you will notice a big improvement in how you feel overall.
• Remember that getting in shape is not a short term fix or solution and it should not be treated that way. With that said you can not expect to start Monday and by Friday have the six pack abs or drop some many clothing sizes.
• Start off slow first try changing your eating habits cut out extra snacks during the day that are full of sugars, fats, and salts. Try substituting them for fresh fruit or trail mix. This alone can help you start to fee less tired and more energy throughout the day.
• Don't eat your dinner after 7:30pm. When you eat big heavy dinners late and night and then get ready to go to sleep on it that doesn't give your body time enough to start digesting the food. Also once you eat a big meal wait about an hour before you go to lay down on the chair or bed for the same reason.
• Start to Exercise regularly. Now when I say exercise it can be as simple as starting to go walking daily for 30Min's. Every little bit helps build you to a healthier lifestyle. So if your favorite movie is coming on in an hour then that gives you time to go walking, have a quick snack and shower all with plenty of time to be ready to see the movie. Once you start exercising whether it be walking, gym, or weights be sure to stretch and don't over do it on the first day. Plan things out so that in the first 2 weeks you start off your workout then gradually increase the amount of time to build up your endurance.
• Being healthy is not all losing weight in a certain period of time. It should be about the individual having the ability to go through their day without pain and have a good level of endurance and good self esteem for themselves.