10 Essential Tips for Beginners Starting Their Fitness Journey
- Set Clear Goals: Define what you want to achieve from your fitness journey. Whether it’s weight loss, muscle gain, or improved overall health, having specific goals will help you stay focused and motivated, and aware of your daily actions. By having your goals front of mind, you will consciously make decisions that will help you reach your goals.
Start Slow and Gradually Increase Intensity: It’s important to ease into your fitness routine to avoid injuries and burnout. Begin with low-impact exercises and gradually increase the intensity, duration, and frequency of your workouts as your fitness level improves. Don’t let changing your lifestyle become overwhelming. If you take on too much, too fast you will burn yourself out and potentially damage your relationship with workout and eating to fuel your body.
- Find Activities You Enjoy: Experiment with different types of exercises and physical activities to discover what you genuinely enjoy. When you find something you love, you’ll be more likely to stick with it and make it a sustainable part of your lifestyle. Twisted Cycle combines Cycle, Strength, and HIIT so that you never get bored and that you always have a taste of something different! To add another layer of diversity, we also change our format (duration spend on each circuit) and our focuses on each circuit.
- Prioritize Proper Form: Pay attention to your form during exercises to ensure you’re performing them correctly. Proper form not only maximizes the effectiveness of your workouts but also reduces the risk of injuries. Your trainer will be able to help you every step of the way! Trainers will demonstrate all of the exercises before class and show modifications for those who need them.
- Listen to Your Body: Rest and recovery are just as important as exercise. Pay attention to your body’s signals and give yourself adequate time to rest and recover between workouts. Overtraining can lead to fatigue and injuries, so find a balance that works for you.
- Create a Consistent Routine: Establish a regular exercise routine that fits your schedule and commitments. Consistency is key to seeing progress and making fitness a habit. Aim for at least three to four workouts per week. Twisted Cycle has classes all day to fit your schedule. Prioritize yourself by pre-booking your classes! This will hold you accountable for a schedule you have made. Find your workout friends and invite them to come to class with you! This will not only help you, but it will help them too!
- Include Variety in Your Workouts: Incorporate different types of exercises to work different muscle groups and keep your workouts interesting. Mix cardio, strength training, flexibility exercises, and activities like yoga or swimming to achieve a well-rounded fitness routine. All of these foundational movements are in Twisted Cycle workouts! We have a bit of everything!
- Fuel Your Body with Nutritious Food: Good nutrition is essential for supporting your fitness goals. Prioritize a balanced diet that includes lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats. Stay hydrated and avoid excessive consumption of processed foods and sugary drinks. Some of our locations have member success coaches! Be sure to schedule a meeting with them to go over your nutrition goals. They will go over your macros, calories, and potential supplements you can add to your diet!
- Seek Support and Accountability: Find a workout buddy, join a fitness class, or hire a personal trainer to provide support and accountability. Having someone to share your journey with and keep you motivated can significantly enhance your success. Twisted Cycle is your fitness family!! We are all in the same boat with different goals, but we all strive to accomplish more and build a community. We are here for you!
- Celebrate Milestones and Progress: Take time to acknowledge and celebrate your achievements along the way. Whether it’s reaching a weight loss milestone, increasing your strength, or completing a challenging workout, celebrating your progress will boost your confidence and motivation to keep going. Twisted Cycle’s favorite thing to do is celebrate all the wins and milestones, big and small! This helps everyone stay motivated to continue achieving their goals.
Remember, your fitness journey is unique to you. Embrace the process, be patient with yourself, and enjoy the positive changes that regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle bring to your life.