Finding Your Why: Discovering Your Motivation for Fitness
Discovering your "why" in fitness transcends superficial goals, tapping into core values like mental clarity and long-term health. Reflecting on your ideal self and aligning activities with your values transforms exercise from a chore to a path of personal growth. Regularly revisiting this motivation, and sharing it with an accountability partner, ensures sustained commitment and a more fulfilling fitness journey.
Strength Training on the Go
Finding time to hit the gym can feel like an impossible feat when you're juggling work, family, and other commitments. But don't let a busy schedule derail your fitness goals.
Three Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Strength Training Journey
Embarking on a fitness journey has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, and looking back, there are three things I wish I had known from the start. These aren't just generic fitness tips; they are personal revelations that have transformed my approach to my ever-fluctuating health and well-being.
Mind-Muscle Connection
The mind-muscle connection is the link between your brain and the muscles you're targeting during a specific exercise. When you focus your attention on the muscle you're working, you create a stronger connection that allows for better muscle activation and engagement. This heightened awareness helps you feel the muscle working throughout the entire range of motion, enhancing your overall training experience.