If you're feeling overwhelmed by the thought of starting a new workout routine, don't worry. It's normal to feel intimidated when you're about to do something new and potentially challenging. If you've put off working out for a long time, it might be hard for you to even imagine getting started without knowing what to do or how it will feel once you get going. But don't let that stop you from reaching your health goals! And don't beat yourself up if something doesn't work out as expected; instead, give yourself space to learn from those experiences and try again in a better way next time around.
Start with a workout you can do at home.
If you're just starting out, it's best to choose a workout that can be done at home. This way, you won't have to worry about finding time for the gym or packing your bag with all of your gear.
There are so many different kinds of exercises available--you could even try different ones each day! Here are some options:
- Exercise videos - These often come in DVD form and show step-by-step instructions on how to do various moves by a trainer or celebrity. They're easy enough for beginners but also challenging enough for more advanced athletes looking for variety in their routines.
- Yoga - Yoga combines stretching with breathing techniques (called pranayama) and meditation practices (called dhyana). It's great if you want something relaxing after working out hard at another activity like running or cycling; however, if this isn't appealing then try some other form of stretching instead! Some examples include tai chi chuan/taijiquan ("shadow boxing"), qigong ("breathing exercise"), chi kung ("energy cultivation"), hapkido ("soft stick art") ... etcetera...
Keep your eyes on the prize.
As you begin your workout, it's important to maintain your focus on the end goal. Don't get distracted by the journey--the destination is more important than how you get there. This will help keep your mind on track and prevent any unnecessary wandering that could lead to discouragement or burnout.
Keep your eyes on the prize!
Set yourself up for success by knowing what steps need to happen before others follow suit (and then do them). For example:
- If I want my body fat percentage lowered from 15% down closer to 10%, then this means I must increase my calorie intake so as not to lose muscle mass while cutting fat mass off my body.
Set yourself up for success.
When you're ready to start working out, there are a few things to keep in mind.
- Set yourself up for success. Having a plan and goal will help ensure that you stay motivated and on track. It's also important to have a routine and support system in place so that when times get tough, there's someone there who can help pick up the slack (and maybe even join forces with it). If all this sounds like too much work, remember: It's never too late! Just because someone else has already achieved their goals doesn't mean it won't be possible for you--it just means they worked harder than most people do at it! And if they didn't succeed? That doesn't mean anything either; everyone fails sometimes! Just keep going forward until something works out eventually...
If you're going to buy equipment, don't spend a lot of money on it.
You can find good quality fitness gear at reasonable prices if you shop around and look for sales. However, one thing that's worth spending more on is shoes: they should fit well and be comfortable enough to walk in for long periods of time without causing pain or soreness in your feet. If you're going to buy exercise clothing (which may not be necessary), choose items that are made from natural materials like cotton or bamboo instead of synthetics like nylon or polyester--they'll breathe better when working out! You don't need all this stuff right now; just get yourself started by walking around the block once or twice each week until you feel ready to move on from there!
Get comfortable being uncomfortable.
You will be uncomfortable at first. You may even feel awkward, but that's okay! It doesn't mean that you aren't working out correctly or hard enough; it just means that your body is not used to the new movements and positions it's being put into. But as time goes on and you continue with your routine, these feelings will fade away and eventually become a distant memory--or so I hope!
There are many reasons why people choose to start exercising: health, strength, flexibility or just looking good naked (which isn't an option for me since I'm already a woman). Whatever reason motivates you to get active should be something positive because exercise leads us down paths where we can achieve our goals faster than we expected! When starting my journey with fitness I wanted both strength and flexibility so naturally yoga was my first choice but now after months of practice I'm also learning Muay Thai boxing which requires different types of strength such as power punching technique versus quick kicks & blocks while still maintaining flexibility within each move."
Don't let anyone make you feel awkward or embarrassed about starting out.
In the beginning, it can be difficult to find the motivation to start working out. You might be worried that other people will make fun of you or think less of you because they see a beginner in their midst.
Don't let anyone make you feel bad about starting out! It's okay if someone else has been doing this for years and has more experience than you--they don't have any right to make fun of or belittle your efforts. Don't let them get under your skin; instead focus on what matters: getting better at this sport so that someday soon, they'll be admiring how far along in their journey towards fitness mastery (and maybe even asking for advice).
Be patient, be kind to yourself, and ask someone for help if you need it.
If you're starting out, be patient with yourself and don't push too hard. If something hurts or doesn't feel right, take a break and come back to it later. Don't be afraid to ask for help from someone who is more advanced than you--it helps to have a friend who is active and can give advice on what exercises are best for your body type or level of fitness (and also how much weight should go on the bar).
Conclusion
We hope you've enjoyed this guide to getting started with working out. We know it can be overwhelming and scary, but we also know that it's worth it! The most important thing is to take your time and not push yourself too hard. If you find yourself feeling frustrated or overwhelmed by all the new information, don't worry--we all do at some point in our lives. Just remember that if there was a magic pill that could make us fit without any effort at all, everyone would take it without hesitation! In reality though (and as we've hopefully demonstrated here), there are no shortcuts when it comes down to getting healthy: You have to put in some work beforehand if you want long-lasting results.
