Exercise should be a part of everyone's life. Here are some considerations for picking/developing a program to follow. These are not in any particular order. All are important
parts of a program. Ignoring any of them will prove to be an unnecessary roadblock. Remember, it is never just one workout that is needed, results come from consistency.
- Keeps you healthy
If you get hurt you won’t be exercising. Love soccer but
twist your ankle every game? Until your ankles get stronger this isn’t the best
way for you to get or stay in shape. Maybe reduce the number games or duration
of playing time to allow for some healing. Getting in the gym to make the legs
stronger can also help.
- Keeps you motivated
Going for a run every morning can be a good way to burn some
calories. Running the same route at the same pace will get boring. Setting
goals and achieving them can be a great step in sticking with it. Signing up
for races or joining a running group is another way to stay motivated.
- It is progressive in nature
Can improvements be measured? To improve fitness there
should be a measurable component. It could be that you ran longer or added
weight to a barbell. This is how to determine if progress is being made and if
changes to the program need to happen.
- It is purposeful
Every part of the program should have a specific reason why it is
there. The reason should be better than “that guy over there does this
exercise.” Understanding why you are doing something is important to know
when to do more or less of it.
- It is enjoyable
If you hate it you won’t stick with it.
Thank you for reading, and if you need help on any of these
points please come see us at Cascade Peak Performance.
