Let's Plan
Planning your fitness programme
Decide what is best for you, based on your work /lifestyle schedule.
Join an exercise class or train with a friend or your pet.
Always remember to warm up and cool down to prevent injury.
Be active throughout the week and include rest days.
A gentle 10-minute walk after eating can aid digestion.
Beginners and Intermediate
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) bursts of intense exercise, followed by a short period of rest. A combination of HIIT and strength training help boost your metabolism and burn fat.
Strength or resistance training will help build and maintain muscle mass, keeping your bones strong.
Flexibility maintains a range of motion in the joints. Without it, the muscles shorten and become tight.
Stretching keeps your muscles flexible, strong, and healthy.
Swim, the resistance of water helps build strength and is a great cardio workout.
Skipping keeps the heart rate up and helps burn fat.
Smart snacks
Fuel your body before and after workouts.
It is important to have healthy snacks to keep blood sugar stable.
Try nuts (in moderation), veggies (cucumber, celery, broccoli), hard-boiled eggs, hummus, apple slices with a bit of almond butter, or a low-sugar protein bar.
Drink lots of water.
If you're not getting your nutritional needs through your diet, try common supplements like: multivitamins, calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, and zinc. But always consult your GP first.
Respect the process
We all want a quick fix, but it takes time to see and feel your progress.
Start slowly and enjoy the process.
The key is to keep showing up and do what feels good for you.
Listen to your body. If it hurts, stop what you are doing.
Don't compare yourself to your younger years.
Learn to love and appreciate your body now and not a younger version of yourself.
Enjoy the journey.