It's been a long , cold, snowy winter. It's hard to keep up with your normal training schedule when it's miserable out, it's easy to just stay inside and relax in the warmth of your own house.. We know we've all been there.
Here's the good news.. It's March and things are warming up. After such a long hiatus we are dying to get back out there and go..go..go.
It's important to ease your way back into shape. Most people start training at the same levels they left off at once it started getting cold, but your body needs a few weeks to get back into shape.
The first few weeks of getting back into your fitness routine, try cutting your intensity by about half to three-quarters. Keep in mind that this is just for the first few weeks, so don’t feel like you’re backtracking.
The main reason for starting off slowly is to limit the chances of becoming sore, so that you can complete the first few weeks of training easily.
It takes a little bit more to refresh your cardio fitness than your muscular fitness. Get into it slowly. You can start out slower, or alternate your harder workouts with easier ones more often for a few weeks. The best way to judge is by listening to your body, don't be afraid to take a day off if you need too.
Don't forget to stretch !!!
Our last post talked about stretching and it's importance. Once your body is warmed up, make sure you stretch out, but there is no need to over do it. Stretching will help reduce soreness as well.
Nutrition:
We all know a well balanced meal not only is good for our bodies, but it makes us feel better as well.
Let's welcome spring with open arms and get out there slowly, but surely.
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