Getting Past The Obstacles To Better Fitness

It can be very frustrating to begin an exercise or fitness program and run into what seems like a brick wall

. This can come in the form of schedule conflicts that get in the way of your routine. Yet if you want better health, you know that it's necessary to find a way to get beyond these barriers. In order to help you reach a higher level of fitness, we will be covering some ways to overcome some of the common obstacles people often run into.

One common excuse for not exercising is a lack of time. Between work and family responsibilities, it can be hard to find the time to go to the gym, jog or take an exercise class. You may not be making the most of your time, however, which looking at your schedule will show you. One study, for example, shows that the average person in the U.S. spends five hours every day watching television! If that number is cut in half, think of the extra time gained that can be used for fitness related activities. Other time wasters are computer games, trivial phone calls, and text messaging. You can make more time to exercise by cutting back on unproductive activities. Eventually, plateaus happen to everyone who participates in any type of exercise. If you run, for example, you may find that you can't get beyond a certain number of miles. If you lift weights, you may only be able to lift a certain amount and no more. The best way to get past a plateau is to change up your routine, even in minor ways. Exercising your muscles in a different manner will often get you past your limitations. You will still get the benefits of exercising regularly even if you're stuck at a certain level.

People use being tired and having no energy as a reason to not exercise, both of which can indicate poor fitness. People who don't get enough sleep, which is common problem, will obviously feel tired all the time. If you're sleep deprived, it's hard to feel like exercising, and it can make physical activity hard to maintain or even dangerous. If you have a serious problem with insomnia you should consult your doctor, but you may be able to get more sleep by changing your routine and diet. It may be easier to fall asleep if you try turning your TV and computer off earlier than usual and avoid stimulants in the evening. Sometimes you need to recognize your problems and obstacles to reach your fitness goals. Even if you're not making progress as rapidly as you'd like, you should be satisfied and will need to have patience. You're not competing with anyone else when it comes to fitness. Any movement forward has you heading in the right direction. Keep these tips for dealing with fitness obstacles in mind and they'll help you stay on course to your fitness goals.

by: George Tennyson

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