Getting Back into Fitness With Laura

Today the lovely Laura from MissLJBeauty is here to talk about how to get back on the fitness wagon, after falling off of it.

There is nothing harder than trying to get back into fitness when you have been off the wagon for a while. We are all bombarded with reasons to get fit.

Whether it’s the get fit for summer trend or the constant fitness influencer selfies on Instagram.  There is always a reason to get fit.

Let’s face it fitness can be intimidating for us all. The main reason we should be getting fit is for ourselves.

Like the saying goes healthy body, healthy mind. Whatever your reason for getting fit, make sure you are doing it for you.

I want to give you an easy way to get back into fitness without the stress and intimidation.

First, what do you love? Do you love getting out in nature?

Do you like to meet new people? Does the thought of a gym send shivers down your spine?

You need to like what you are doing.

No matter how many times someone tells you I hate going to the gym. If they really hated it they would not go.

Let’s start small.

Walking is a great way to start your fitness journey

Why not add a 15-minute walk into your lunch hour. A walk has a lot of benefits.

This will not only get those legs moving but it will give you a nice calorie burn. It will also clear your mind and let you refocus your mind.

No matter what job you do there is always some stress involved. Nothing will clear your mind like getting some fresh air.

Remember, if you are going for a long walk make sure you are wearing your comfy shoes. There’s no need for professional running shoes or anything like that, an old pair of sneakers with new shoe insoles will do the trick.

Companies like Protalus make wonderful insoles that provide you with additional support and stability.

Cycling

I love to get out on my bike and pedal. There is something freeing about it.

Cycling outside or in the gym is a great way to get a sweat on and burn calories.

It is a low impact sport. When you cycle you are not putting pressure on your muscles or joints unlike running, making it less damaging to your body in the long term.

It also has been proven to improve posture. Let’s face it we all hunch at our desks, any help with posture is always welcome.

Cycling has been proven to help with mental health issues too. Why not do the daily commute on a bike a couple of times a week?

Or get out on your bike on a Sunday morning.

Join a fitness class

This one can be a bit intimidating if you’re not a social butterfly. This can be a great way to not only get fit but make new friends.

There is a huge range of classes available.

Why not pop into your local gym and see what is happening. Fancy trying yoga or spinning?

Why not give it a shot?

If the thought of entering a gym puts the fear in your heart, don’t worry we live in the digital age. You can find loads of YouTube classes online.

You can do some workout classes from the comfort of your own home. There really is something for everyone no matter what level you are at.

The most important thing is to not give up. If you find something you don’t enjoy why not try something else?

You need to find something you like to do. It is hard to break old habits but if you find a new passion then you are more likely to keep on track.

Fitness can be fun and the more you enjoy it the more you will get out of it. Remember this is for you and no one else.

Guest post by Laura at missljbeauty.com

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