5 Essential Tips for Starting Your Health and Fitness Journey

Are you ready to embark on a journey towards a healthier, happier you? Starting a health and fitness journey can be both exciting and daunting, but with the right approach, you can set yourself up for lifelong success. Whether you're new to exercise or looking to reignite your fitness routine, here are five essential tips to help you kickstart your journey and achieve your goals.

1. Set Realistic Goals

Before diving into your fitness journey, take some time to define your goals. What do you want to achieve? How do you want to feel? What holds you back? Whether its body recomposition, gaining muscle, improving flexibility, or simply feeling more energized, setting specific, measurable, achievable, realistic goals will help you stay focused and motivated along the way.

⭐️Pro Tip: Break down your long-term goals into smaller, more manageable milestones. For example, if your ultimate goal is to exercise 4-5x per week, start by setting smaller goals such as completing 2 workouts per week.

Or, perhaps your goal is to improve your flexibility or mobility, so you set the mini goal to stretch for 5-10 mins daily while watching TV.

Start with small, realistic goals that will be easy to accomplish so you can build up your confidence. And remember, there's no goal that's "too easy" - we all start somewhere :)

If you want a step-by-step approach on how to achieve your ultimate health vision and develop new, healthy habits in small, sustainable ways, then make sure to check out our Healthy Habit and Goal Setting Workshop now in the membership! 

2. Create a Sustainable Workout Routine

Consistency is key when it comes to seeing results from your fitness routine. Instead of jumping into an intense workout regimen that you may struggle to maintain and absolutely dread, start with a realistic schedule that fits into your lifestyle and makes your body feel GOOD. Aim for at least 30 minutes of light to moderate-intensity exercise most days of the week, incorporating a mix of cardiovascular, strength training, and flexibility exercises.

Dive into one of our members' favourite weekly fitness blueprint:

• Monday: 30 Minute Full Body Fit 
• Tuesday: Low-Impact Cardio & Core
• Wednesday: Yoga Flow & Stretch with the Chair
• Thursday: Band Strength & Mobility Circuit
• Friday: HIIT & Stretch

⭐️Pro Tip: Experiment with different types of exercise to find what you enjoy most. If you're not a fan of traditional gym workouts, try activities like hiking, dancing, home workouts or swimming to keep things fun and fresh!

3. Master Basic Nutrition Principles

Exercise is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to achieving a healthy lifestyle. Nutrition plays a crucial role in fueling your workouts, supporting recovery, and optimizing overall health. Focus on incorporating whole, nutrient-dense foods into your diet, including plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats. Stay hydrated, and aim to balance your meals with a mix of carbohydrates, protein, and fat to support your energy needs.

⭐️Pro Tip: Focus on building balanced meals that include a variety of nutrient-dense foods. For example, aim to fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables, a quarter with lean protein sources like chicken or tofu, and a quarter with whole grains or starchy vegetables like sweet potatoes.

🍎New to the membership: Healthy, Sustainable Eating with Holistic Nutritionist, Liz Dornian - you will learn how to build healthy nutritional habits, understand the basics of a balanced diet, and how to apply this knowledge in your daily life. Read more about this workshop by clicking here!

4. Prioritize Recovery and Self-Care

Rest and recovery are essential components of any effective fitness program. Make sure to give your body adequate time to recover between workouts, incorporating rest days and active recovery activities like stretching, gentle yoga, or walks. Don't forget to prioritize sleep, aiming for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night to support muscle repair, hormone regulation, and overall well-being.

⭐️Pro Tip: Incorporate relaxation techniques such as deep breathing exercises or meditation into your daily routine to help manage stress and promote better sleep. Experiment with different self-care practices to find what works best for you.

5. Stay Consistent and Accountable

 Building healthy habits takes time and effort, but staying consistent is key to long-term success. Find activities that you enjoy and look forward to, and make them a regular part of your routine. Consider joining a supportive community or working with a fitness coach who can provide guidance, motivation, and accountability along the way. Celebrate your progress, no matter how small, and remember that every step forward brings you closer to your goals.

⭐️Pro Tip: Accountability works! I can't tell you how many people I've helped go from sedentary to living and breathing an active lifestyle, all from a little accountability and a simple fitness plan to follow each week :)

Embarking on a health and fitness journey is an empowering decision that can transform your life in countless ways. By setting realistic goals, creating a sustainable workout routine, mastering basic nutrition principles, prioritizing recovery and self-care, and staying consistent and accountable, you'll be well-equipped to achieve success on your journey towards a healthier, happier you. Remember, progress is progress, and every step forward is a victory worth celebrating!

Are you ready to take the first step towards a healthier lifestyle? Join our community today and let us support you on your journey to wellness. Together, we can achieve your health and fitness goals and create a happier, healthier future.

Click here to activate your free 14 day pass and get access to:

• Unlimited Access to Live and On-Demand Classes: Enjoy unlimited access to a variety of joint-friendly fitness and yoga classes, including live sessions and on-demand.

• Weekly Fitness Plans: Receive a new fitness plan each week designed to increase strength, improve mobility, stamina, and flexibility.

• 16 Live Classes per Month: Join us for up to 16 live classes per month, providing ample opportunities to connect with instructors and fellow participants in real-time.

• Over 1,000 On-Demand Classes: Access a library of over 1,000 on-demand fitness and yoga classes, allowing you to work out at your own pace and convenience.

• Access to Instructors for Support: Get personalized guidance and support from our experienced instructors to help you stay on track and achieve your goals.

• 50 'MH Minis': Enjoy 50 short classes (25 minutes or less) when you're short on time but still want to squeeze in a quick workout.

• Ease In: Complete 4-Week Beginner's Workout Program: Join our Ease In program, a complete 4-week beginner's workout program designed to help you gradually build strength, confidence, and consistent exercise habits.

• Supportive Community: Join our supportive community of like-minded individuals who are committed to living healthier, happier lives. 

We'll "see you" in class!