2024-01-26 13:23:56
As soon as January began, many people vowed to follow a strict fitness routine and return to the gym. However, for some, the gym is more of a torture chamber than a “temple” in which they can achieve their fitness goals and the mere idea of spending hours locked in a room full of people doing exactly the same thing and hogging all the dumbbells. , it is enough to make them lose the desire to exercise and be more active people.
Paige Verity Davis is a trainer, also known as The Fun Fitness Coach, who understands that the gym can be an intimidating place.
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“When talking to my clients, I realized that there are people who can feel pressured in gyms. There are those who see those who squat with high weights, marathon runners using treadmills and people posing in mirrors. “All of this can be extremely discouraging.”
Alternatives to exercise without going to the gym
“When you’re completing your weekly shopping or going anywhere in the car, why not try parking further away to burn a few extra calories and strengthen your leg muscles?” suggests the expert.
“If you’re in a supermarket, why not use two baskets, one on each arm, to add extra weight lifting along the way?” he suggests.
In Paige’s eyes, this is one of the easiest changes to make: taking the kids to the plaza. It will also lead to some fun memories for the whole family.
Jumping, throwing, hanging, swinging, running: there is room for everything in the square. (Photo: Adobe)
“Go to the local park with the kids, run, push them on the hammocks,” he says.
“Even taking them up, don’t underestimate how much a child weighs when you have to carry them for a long period of time!” and adds: “A great advantage of exercising with your children is the fact that you will also instill healthy habits in them as they grow.”
Exercises at home
“Another amazing tip is to exercise at home, as long as you have plenty of space, please don’t kick over a chair or table in the process! There are many exercise videos online on YouTube that you can watch at any time,” she suggests.
“You can find a variety of workouts like dance classes, Pilates, HIIT and more online so you can stay fresh and challenging.”
Push-ups can be done while caring for the baby. (Photo: Adobe Stock)
If the idea is to tone up, but also make new friends, Paige also recommends going to fitness classes at any neighborhood club.
“Community classes are a fantastic way to kick-start fitness goals as they are affordable and flexible – they usually have bulk and paid package options to suit your needs.” And he argues: “You will have the feeling of community: you will be able to meet incredible friends who will become your cheerleaders. Then you are more likely to stick to these workouts as you will have that team spirit where you will feel motivated to go.”
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