1st June 2017

DO YOU HAVE A FITNESS REGIME?

I’ve never been the ‘going-to-the-gym’ of person. Don’t get me wrong, I’d love to join the gym, but I’m not able to motivate myself enough to go on a regular basis. In fact I am one of those people who’d happily sign-up to the gym, pay the membership fee (as long as stated on the contract) BUT barely go.

As I am approaching the big ’40’ in less than 5 months (!), I have (finally!) started thinking about being fit – maybe not a ‘6 pack’ fit, but have a somewhat toned body and good stamina – at this point I get out of breath just by walking up the hill where we live (mind you, that hill is a tough one!)

I signed-up to a gym membership last year, lasted about 4 months and then stopped. However, I created a workout & fitness plan I could do at home:

Wake-up Warm-up (check out my post on ‘8 Tips to become a Morning Exerciser‘)
Sivananda Yoga (check out my post on ‘Calming Yoga Poses for Stress Relief‘)
Morning and afternoon walk (I walk a minimum of 15000 steps a day, got my Jawbone tracker to keep me on track)
A quick jog or a short run after lunch (check out my post on ‘50 Good Reasons to Run‘)
10 minutes on my PowerPlate
5 minutes with my Ab Wheel
A short bike ride a couple of times a week (a Mountain Bike by Leisure Lakes Bikes is on my wishlist)

I love the idea of Yoga and recently created my own little ‘Yoga Practice at Home‘ with the help of Asana Rebel & Sports Wear from DW Sports. I had the opportunity to select a few fitness wear and here’s what I chose 🙂

REEBOK MEDIUM SUPPORT SPORTS BRA

Medium support polyester elastane bra with open back ventilation.
Reebok Stacked Logo.
SpeedWick. Fitted.
88% Polyester/12% Elasthane

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MY VERDICT | STYLISH AND PRACTICAL!

Super comfortable fit – not too tight. Great for cardio as the cut out back helps keep you cool. Material is smooth and light. Good high impact support. Colour fits well with other items to make a complement outfit.

REEBOK TANK TOP

Material: 65% Polyester/35% Viscose.

MY VERDICT | SUPER SOFT & COMFY!

Absolutely love this tank top – it’s not only trendy but super soft to your skin. Doesn’t feel like a fitness top at all. Selected black colour so it will match my entire working out outfit.

PUMA RUNNING TIGHTS

Improve comfort and performance with these long tights from PUMA Running. Highly functional materials draw sweat away from your skin and help keep you dry and comfortable during exercise.

Mesh back yoke insert for improved ventilation.
Get ready for dry with dryCELL.
Flatlock stitching for less friction.
Folded key pocket for safe stow away
Convenient zip at leg openings.
Reflective items for enhanced visibility.

MY VERDICT | PERFECT FITTING

When they arrived thought they looked quite small but fit really well. They are quite snug compared to other brands but do not have to constantly pull them up during exercise – the waist band stays where it should . Love the black and pink contrast!

I am not too good with sticking to my working out regime yet – it’s on and off – think it’s time to update my vision board with some inspiring fitness images to inspire and motivate me. Here are my top tips on getting started:

Make it easy for yourself to work out in the mornings
Find a routine that fits you and your needs. Do you want to work out daily, a couple of times a week?
Eat Healthy, Not Just Food That Looks Healthy
Starting Slow is Better than Fast
Find a workout you love — that way it doesn’t feel like a chore, and it’s something you’re excited to do.
Focus on creating a sustainable healthy lifestyle, not temporarily following a fad diet.
Build a solid foundation of good habits first, and then add to it slowly.

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What are your top tips on staying fit and healthy?