It was a long day at work and a long drive home, and the last
thing you want to do is get back in the car and drive to the gym. Eating
mac and cheese in front of 'Wheel of Fortune' just sounds so much more
appealing. Sound about right?
If you're sitting for most of your day, you're going to feel tired
regardless. That fatigued feeling is probably your body telling you that
you need to get up and move. Make it habit to exercise before you sit
down and relax for the night. Rest days are important too, but don't use
the "I'm tired" excuse everyday.
When Your Back Aches
If you've been working out intensely for a few days, then it's
okay to take a day or two off to recover. However, if your back is achy
all of the time, it's probably best that you do something about it. Ease
into simple exercises, like walking or yoga, to help stretch out tender
areas. Incorporate ab exercises into your routine, as well. They will
strengthen your core, helping to support your back and give you better
posture.
When Your Eating Habits are Off
Eating too much or too little might make you want to skip your
workout. If you come home with a grumbling stomach, digging into a bag
of chips might seem a lot more appealing than going for a jog. If you're
going to happy hour and snacking on apps for an hour or two, that
doesn't exactly make your stomach workout-ready either. How can you find
a happy medium?
Plan your workouts so that they're part of your everyday routine- and
plan your meals around them. If you know you'll be hungry after work,
pack a light snack, like an apple or a slice of bread with peanut
butter. If you don't like working out on an empty stomach in the
morning, eat some yogurt before you get going. If you have a schedule,
you'll be more likely to stick with it.
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