I’ve just done my first body pump class ever at Xercise4less. I really wasn’t sure what to expect and was worried I’d get confused and fall on my bum.
I absolutely loved it and the hour flew by. I’ve booked this class twice then cancelled as I bottled out. I will definitely be going again.
So definitely push yourself out of your comfort zone you might surprise yourself.
My training routine is now 3 x classes, 2 x treadmill and weight machine sessions at the gymĀ and one long run that gets longer every week.Ā I also walk about 21 miles a week.Ā I have Monday as a rest day.Ā I thought adding the classes in might be to much but I have more energy and I’m sleeping better.
I’ve also started taking vitamin and iron supplements as my iron level is always low and I feel better for that as well.
I have to contend with Storm Dennis tomorrow and a 14 mile run, I’m really not looking forward to that but I’m determined to get it done.ļāāļø
The reason I’m waffling on about my new exercise regime is that 5 years ago I couldn’t run for the bus without being out of breath and I classed walking to the shop and back as exercise.Ā I obviously have an addictive personality hence why I’ve stopped drinking and I think I’ve replaced drinking with exercise.
I don’t see this as a bad thing as I make sure I incorporate rest and try and get plenty of sleep. I also get to eat a lot of calories now about 2200 a day which is a definite bonus.
I am not a natural athlete, I think the key is finding something you enjoy and sticking at it. If you don’t enjoy it you will definitely make excuses and stop in the end. Also I do have a love hate relationship with running sometimes whilst running I hate it, but I love the feeling afterwards and I love the amount of calories it burns!
If you can’t face the gym or running outside, start with walking and up your steps or miles each week. If you count your calories and drink lots of water you will definitely see results.
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