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dorm room homeABOUT SUMMER
- Age: 32
- Gender: Female
- Location: OH
- Gym: Summer's Fitness 24/7
- Height: 5' 8.5"
- Weight: 130
- Posts: 60 (view posts)
- Merits: 3 merits
- Title: IFBB Pro
FAVORITE ...
- Supplements:
Chocolate ON 100% Whey
Speed Shot
- Exercises:
Wide Grip Pullups
Straight Leg Deadlifts
- Music:
Korn, Disturbed, Static X...I like heavy metal & rock.
- Athletes:
Track & Field and Gymnastics have always been my favorite sports. I admire any athlete that gives 110%
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SUMMER'S BLOG ENTRY
EXERCISE EXCUSES
Summer Montabone, CSCS
COMMON EXCUSES FOR NOT EXERCISING
Why Exercise?
There are a million reasons not to exercise. We all come up with excuses why not to participate in physical activity. Are these really good reasons to lead a sedentary lifestyle?
Excuse: I don’t have enough time to workout.
It’s all about scheduling. Just like in school we have a calendar of events and time slots of classes to fill. If we look hard, I am sure we can all find at least 3 times a week to exercise. If we manage our time and make the important decision to stick to our schedule, exercise can fit in even the busiest schedules.
- Get up a half hour earlier and perform a workout. For example: Change your morning coffee and newspaper to water and a walk.
- Instead of watching TV, exercise or follow a TV exercise program.
- Make an appointment for exercise and stick to the commitment.
- Make a daily checklist of activities to complete each day & each week.
Give yourself at least 3 weeks to 3 months to get into the habit of exercise. Behavior changes take time and aren’t going to happen
overnight. Be prepared, patient, and persistent.
Excuse: I am too old.
It’s never too late to begin an exercise program. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends all adults get at least 30 minutes of activity every day. You may not be able to complete all 30 minutes right away, so begin with small increments and add 3 minutes each week until you reach 30 minutes.
Begin with activities appropriate to your current fitness level. For example: If you haven’t been doing much but sitting on the coach, it’s not recommended to go out and start running. Activities we “used” to do may not be suitable currently. Start slow and make sure to consult with your health care provider. Remember: Exercise delays the aging process allowing individuals to combat their physical age.
Excuse: I tried to exercise & nothing happened.
The body needs constant change. We also need to recognize we all have different needs and genetics. Every person can see improvement, if they have the right type of exercise schedule for their needs. A workout routine that works for your friend or you find in a magazine may not be the suitable for your needs. I explain exercise like math courses. You need to start basic, such as with addition and subtraction. If you jump into calculus you will become confused, frustrated, and find yourself spinning your wheels. If you leave out steps, you won’t get the right answer. Workouts need to work with your body type and goals.
Consult with a qualified exercise professional who can teach you what your body needs.
Excuse: I can just take pills for weight loss, cholesterol, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis.
You can take a pill for everything these days. Many of these “pills” may be necessary to help reduce a health issue, but health care providers will also “prescribe” exercise to help reduce or correct almost every medical condition. These “pills” can also come with harmful side effects. There is no replacement for the benefits exercise provides.
Bottom line: We all need to exercise regardless of our “limitations”.
We can’t always do it on our own, so when in doubt ask. Sometimes we need some help to get started. Make the commitment. Join a fitness center and take a lesson- invest in the most important thing in life- YOUR HEALTH & WELLBEING. YOU CAN DO IT!
www.summersfitness.com
COMMON EXCUSES FOR NOT EXERCISING
Why Exercise?
There are a million reasons not to exercise. We all come up with excuses why not to participate in physical activity. Are these really good reasons to lead a sedentary lifestyle?
Excuse: I don’t have enough time to workout.
It’s all about scheduling. Just like in school we have a calendar of events and time slots of classes to fill. If we look hard, I am sure we can all find at least 3 times a week to exercise. If we manage our time and make the important decision to stick to our schedule, exercise can fit in even the busiest schedules.
- Get up a half hour earlier and perform a workout. For example: Change your morning coffee and newspaper to water and a walk.
- Instead of watching TV, exercise or follow a TV exercise program.
- Make an appointment for exercise and stick to the commitment.
- Make a daily checklist of activities to complete each day & each week.
Give yourself at least 3 weeks to 3 months to get into the habit of exercise. Behavior changes take time and aren’t going to happen
overnight. Be prepared, patient, and persistent.
Excuse: I am too old.
It’s never too late to begin an exercise program. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends all adults get at least 30 minutes of activity every day. You may not be able to complete all 30 minutes right away, so begin with small increments and add 3 minutes each week until you reach 30 minutes.
Begin with activities appropriate to your current fitness level. For example: If you haven’t been doing much but sitting on the coach, it’s not recommended to go out and start running. Activities we “used” to do may not be suitable currently. Start slow and make sure to consult with your health care provider. Remember: Exercise delays the aging process allowing individuals to combat their physical age.
Excuse: I tried to exercise & nothing happened.
The body needs constant change. We also need to recognize we all have different needs and genetics. Every person can see improvement, if they have the right type of exercise schedule for their needs. A workout routine that works for your friend or you find in a magazine may not be the suitable for your needs. I explain exercise like math courses. You need to start basic, such as with addition and subtraction. If you jump into calculus you will become confused, frustrated, and find yourself spinning your wheels. If you leave out steps, you won’t get the right answer. Workouts need to work with your body type and goals.
Consult with a qualified exercise professional who can teach you what your body needs.
Excuse: I can just take pills for weight loss, cholesterol, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis.
You can take a pill for everything these days. Many of these “pills” may be necessary to help reduce a health issue, but health care providers will also “prescribe” exercise to help reduce or correct almost every medical condition. These “pills” can also come with harmful side effects. There is no replacement for the benefits exercise provides.
Bottom line: We all need to exercise regardless of our “limitations”.
We can’t always do it on our own, so when in doubt ask. Sometimes we need some help to get started. Make the commitment. Join a fitness center and take a lesson- invest in the most important thing in life- YOUR HEALTH & WELLBEING. YOU CAN DO IT!
www.summersfitness.com
