5 STEPS TO FINDING YOUR PERFECT WORKOUT
The face of 2XU HIIT, SHELBY GATES, shares her tips to finding your ideal exercise routine and sticking to it!
1 MAKE THE TIME Plan your workout to fit in with your daily schedule. If you’re an early riser, get out and train first thing in the morning, or if you prefer mid-morning or afternoon then plan to train at these times. Performing higher intensity exercise will allow you to expend more energy in a shorter amount of time.
2 WORK YOUR MOST DESIRED AREA FIRST If lower body or core is your priority, work that first. This way, no matter what barriers may arise later in the week, you will have already completed your most important workout.
3 DO WHAT YOU LOVE If you like running, incorporate it into your training. If you prefer weights, use them in your workout. Remember how great you feel after a workout and use that as motivation to get started each time. If motivation is an issue, splurge on some new activewear. You’re more likely to be motivated if you purchase the right gear, like 2XU compression, that makes you feel good and supports your performance.
4 RESISTANCE IS KEY Resistance-based training is essential to maintain healthy muscles and bones. Oestrogen “protects” bone strength in pre-menopausal women, but post-menopausal women will experience a considerable loss in bone density each year. Weight training becomes even more important as we age, because the stronger bones we have pre-menopause, the stronger they will be for later in life.
5 START SLOWLY & GRADUALLY If you’re inactive and wanting to start exercising, or if you already work out and want to increase your sessions, start slowly and gradually increase the frequency and intensity of your workouts to improve your body’s response to exercise. Don’t be afraid to seek help from a trainer or fitness expert.