Fitness Journey 💪
This year is all about bettering myself.
-Reading more 📖 (I’m already slacking a bit 😂)
-Romanticizing my life ♥️
-Not letting my chronic pain win 😵💫
-Getting stronger 💪
For the last year I have been working out at home, afraid to step foot in a gym. One day I said F* it and got a membership. I figured if I was paying for it, I might as well go. And it worked! The first day I walked/ran a little bit and just watched people. I’ve always been afraid of the machines because I never used them before, but honestly, it was nice seeing other people use them.
Now, I start with the stair stepper for a bit. 10 minutes on level 3 and 5 minutes on level 5. That is my cardio because I HATE running. Then I go to the little corner room that has the hip abductions and stretching and mats to do the rest of my workouts. The only thing they don’t have in that room that I use is the leg press so if it is leg day, I do that first then go to that other room. I like it because not everyone can see you!
I am trying to better myself in every way: mind, body, and soul and I would love some encouraging comments and tips!
#gainingstrength #workout 🏋️ #goals #stayinghealthy #workouttips
Starting a fitness journey can be intimidating, especially when stepping into a gym for the first time. What helped me most was changing my mindset: I decided to view the gym as a supportive place rather than a source of stress. Watching others use machines gave me the confidence to try them myself. A good tip is to start with equipment you feel comfortable around, like I did with the stair stepper, gradually increasing intensity from level 3 to level 5. Managing chronic pain while exercising is challenging but possible with the right approach. Low-impact cardio like stair climbing reduces joint strain while boosting endurance. Also, choosing a less crowded workout area, such as a small room dedicated to hip abductions and stretching mats, helped me focus without distraction or self-consciousness. One unexpected lesson was using technology like the Planet Fitness app linked to my Apple Watch. It tracks my workouts, reminds me of safety precautions, and motivates me to keep going. Always consult a physician before starting new exercises, especially if you face health risks. Balancing mind, body, and soul means setting goals beyond just physical fitness. I found that romanticizing my progress and allowing room for setbacks, like temporarily slacking on reading, made the process enjoyable and sustainable. Encouragement from others and sharing tips creates a positive feedback loop, making the fitness journey rewarding on multiple levels.
