We are gearing up to open our doors soon! As we all at the Rec Min prepare to have a new way of having our facility open, it is giving a good example for me to share on how this compares to our fitness lives.

The first example may be knowing our limits. We cannot possibly expect to work out so little that we expect results. We also cannot work out so hard that we are miserably sore and it turns us away from it. There is a place in between where we benefit the most and knowing that place takes practice and transition time. Work out to your potential and then a little more. Do this each time and you’ll gradually, safely, transition into a beneficial workout for you.

The next example would be proper preparation. You don’t run a mile in steel toe work boots and heavy duty overalls. Getting the proper fitting shoes for the type of workout is important. Many injuries can be prevented if you know what kind of shoes you’re going to be putting on your feet that will be receiving the impact of what your body is doing during your workouts. You also need comfortable and forgiving clothing so that you can move freely without restriction. Probably the most important is proper eating and hydration. This begins the day before your workouts. Your body needs time to process this and store it so that it can use it.

Once you get into the habit of having what you need and knowing your limitations and pushing them just a little bit, you will start to see progress. This always brings a great deal of positivity and it keeps you motivated. Don’t discount how these things can be a foundation to your success.

As we prepare our facility for the safety of others and we have our proper equipment in order we know this translates into our daily habits of not only our exercise but our life in general.

Keep up your good habits and work towards pushing them just a little! We will see you soon!

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