FITNESS & BEAUTY · DECEMBER 2018
FITNESS
FITNESS & & BEAUTY
BEAUTY · · DECEMBER
DECEMBER 2018
2018
HOW TO KEEP
YOURSELF FIT
W
ith the holidays upon us,
we are beginning to realize
that time is not on our
side. We try to prepare for
the food-laden holidays,
buying all the baking goods, purchasing
gifts, and trying to keep some semblance of
normalcy in our lives. With times so hectic, all
too often we turn to convenience foods, so
we'll have enough time to fit in all the tasks
and errands we want to accomplish.
AMIDST THE HOLIDAYS
- Drink plenty of water. You may not
realize it, but those hunger pangs you think
you feel may actually be a
signal that you're dehydrated.
Choose water first. If your
tummy is still growling after
that, have a light snack. Don't
overindulge.
- Keep moving. It may feel like you're
constantly on the move, but you may be
surprised to see you haven't moved as much
as you think you have. Use a fitness tracker
That's where trouble sets in. We forget
to help keep track of your steps or calories
about exercise because our to-do lists are
hanging over our heads. We nibble on snacks burned. Set a goal and stick to it. You'll have
more energy to get the things done that you
as we're baking the cookies or preparing a
yule log for the company holiday party. We're need to do.
busy people, but all that fuss takes a toll on
- Add exercise and sleep to your to-
our fitness.
do list. You'll need both to keep you feeling
Here are a few tips that are quick alert and energized, make both a priority.
and easy to get you through the
harried holiday season :
- Portion control is your friend. It's
okay to have a cookie but avoid eating
the entire tray of cookies. Carry or serve
healthier alternatives.
- Say yes to your favorite carb-heavy
meal or dessert, just
don't make it a habit.
One night to indulge is
all you need and commit
to not doing it again for
another seven days.
- Carve in exercise bursts throughout
your day. Take the stairs instead of the
elevator. Park far away from the store
entrance. Walk during your lunch hour. Take
a nice evening stroll to look at the holiday
decorations. Do squats while you brush your
teeth. Use a couple of cans of cranberry
sauce as light weights while you oversee
what's on the stove.
- The point is to keep
fitness in the
forefront of your
mind during the
busy holiday season,
so you can maintain
(or increase!) your
energy level and
feeling of wellbeing.
Plus, you won't have
to make that dreaded
New Year resolution to
lose weight and get into
shape!
B E S T
WORKOUTS
F O R
I
t’s never too early to start thinking
about your new year fitness routine.
Like most people, you’re probably tired
of the same old routine. You want
something new to help ring in the new
year and help you rev up your fitness routine
and hit your goals.
Lucky for you, we’ve searched high
and low and found the hottest fitness
trends for 2019!
1.
By Alexandra Newman
The biggest trend for the new
year is wearable technology.
If you are the lucky recipient of a
smartwatch, a fitness tracker, heart
monitor, or any other techie fitness gift for
the holidays, all you have to do is throw on
a pair of shoes (or not) and get outdoors,
or better yet, walk up and down your stairs
at home. It doesn't matter where you go or
what you do. Studies have shown that people
move more when they have one of these
devices reminding them to get off the couch
and take a few steps. So, grab your tracker
and start moving! You'll be the leader of the
pack in no time flat.
2.
Training usually lasts about 30 minutes or
less and no gym required.
4.
Many new and exciting fitness
classes are popping up for people
of a certain age and certain
mobility levels. Let's face it, our population
is aging and it only makes sense that we
continue to keep our bodies fit and healthy
well into old age. Exercise, even moderate
exercise, is a wonderful way to maintain bone
density and build or keep muscle mass as you
age.
5.
Bodyweight training is great
because there are no barbells to
lift and no kettle balls to manage.
All you need for this is the weight of your
own body. Think planks, push-ups, and
other exercises that use your body's own
resistance.
6.
Certified personal trainers
in it for the win. The fitness
industry has exploded and for good
reason. People are more conscious of what
they eat and how they move. Why not hire a play an affable sports match with family or
friends. On the whole, these exercises help
professional to help you meet your optimal
you function better in your daily life.
fitness level and help you reach your goals?
Group training classes are
hot! Any class you can take with
other participants is worth it for
the motivation. There are even online group
classes you can join and enjoy from the
comforts of your home. What's not to love
about that? 7.
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval
Training) was number one in last
year's list of fitness trends. It's
taken a slight hit as far as numbers
are concerned, but it's still big in the fitness
industry and should not be ignored. This
training involves short bursts of high-
intensity exercise followed by a brief resting
period, then, repeat for several intervals. 8.
3.
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9.
The ancient practice of yoga has
made the top ten in fitness trends for
years. It's taken on many forms and
revved up what one can do in yoga, but that
hasn't changed the great impact it can have
on your life. You can take a power yoga class,
or hot yoga, or even goat yoga. No wonder
it's on the list of best workouts! Interestingly enough, many health
care providers are ditching their
prescription pads and advising
patients to exercise instead. A
morning walk, an evening run, and step goals
all play a role in this new trend. It's about
teaching you how to better care for yourself
through exercise.
Functional fitness training uses
exercise to help improve balance,
coordination, strength, and
endurance. Turning these weaknesses into
strengths can help you in other areas of your
life, like when you want to go on a hike or No matter how you decide to workout, it's
important to be active every day, and with
this list of the best workouts, you have
many options to make it fun and far from
ordinary.
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