Finding the Right Fitness Routine

For adults aged 18 and over it is recommended that you get 150 minutes of exercise in per week. This includes activities such as walking, cycling and running. It is also recommended to do some type of weight bearing or resistance training at least twice per week.

What that boils down to is 30 minutes of activity 5 times a week and 2 training session of about 20 minutes each.

Plan Your Goals
Your very first step is to plan what your goals are for your exercise routine. This could include:

* Losing weight
* Recovering from an injury
* Getting more movement from your body
* Strengthening your muscles
* Toning/body building
* Have more energy
* Overall health benefits

We suggest that you write your goals down on a piece of paper and put them in a prominent place. Your fridge or bathroom mirror is a good place, somewhere you will see them every day.

Motivation

Knowing what motivates you is going to be important to. Here are some pointers to take into consideration.

* Do you enjoy being in a group environment?
* Are you more of a go solo person?
* Do you enjoy the outdoors?
* Does going to the gym interest you?

If you enjoy a group setting then taking a Zumba or Kick boxing class might be ideal. For those who enjoy being by themselves you can cycle, swim lengths at your local pool or walk.

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy cycling, walking, hiking, swimming, ice skating and ski-ing. Many of these activities can be done as a group or alone.