Saturday, March 8, 2008

What can I do when I need to energize my routine or break a plateau?

Q: I already have a regular exercise routine, but sometimes I get bored or my weight loss stalls. What can I do when I need to energize my routine or break a plateau?   

A: Completely alter your routine maybe every 12 weeks. Your muscles get used to the work; they almost "get bored” themselves.  So alter the activities you are doing and change your routine relatively frequently.  For example, for one month, you might run on a treadmill for 15 minutes, stretch, perform some upper body strength training, and finish.  After 12 weeks, start possibly biking for 15 minutes, then a yoga class three times weekly.  Then walk/run on your off days for 20-30 minutes. 

 

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