Checklist for a Perfect Workout at Anytime Fitness

Many different people will claim to have the ideal workout plan or the best workout available. The truth is that the finest workout is the one you will perform! And that means a workout tailored to your specific needs, which is why we provide a personalized fitness consultation and Get Started plan. We understand that everyone's workout looks different, but here's the formula we propose.

Remember that seeking assistance with your fitness journey can help jumpstart your results. You may acquire a plan to help you attain your objectives as quickly as possible by hiring a trainer at your local Anytime Fitness.

1. Figure out why you're doing what you're doing.

There's a reason you've chosen to read this post, no matter where you are in your fitness path. Exercise brings individuals from all walks of life together, which is one of the most wonderful aspects about it. This can lead to significant disparities in why people exercise. You can return to your personal why again and time again to keep you focused and committed. It provides the motivation you require on both good and bad days.

2. Get ready/make a plan

You can have all the motivation in the world, but it will go nowhere if you don't have a plan. To build a plan, you must first determine your objectives and reflect on your why. Check out this post to learn how to develop meaningful goals.

You may build a plan to achieve your objectives after you know what they are. Also, keep in mind that your objectives may alter. Maybe you want to tone your arms for tank top season, or maybe you want to enhance your cardio stamina for an approaching race. Making a plan will enable you to be more deliberate in your pursuit of your objectives.

Your water bottle is another item to add to your pre-workout checklist! Drinking water while exercising is essential for keeping your body hydrated enough to operate at the high levels required by various exercises.

3. Begin by warming up (5-10 Minutes)

“Do I really have to warm up?” you might be thinking. Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yeah, yes A productive training session begins with a warm-up. It's critical that we prepare our bodies for the job that's about to begin.

Warm-ups that are dynamic take the body through a full range of motion to prepare it for movement. Do some bodyweight squats and jump squats towards the conclusion of your warm up if you're barbell front squatting during the strength portion of your workout. This guarantees that when you perform the exercise over its complete range of motion, your body is firing the correct muscles.

You'll also want to add routines that push you in numerous ways in your warm-up. A reverse lunge with a twist, for example, is an excellent warm-up exercise since it simultaneously prepares the lower body and core. This permits us to work out more efficiently and effectively. High knees, Push Up to T, Split Squats, Single Leg Reaches, Cossack Squats, and Glute Bridges are some more prominent dynamic warming exercises.

4. Fortitude (15-25 Minutes)

Choose a three- or four-day split (the number of days you spend in the gym working on strength) based on your goals. If you work out three times per week, divide your strength sessions into three groups. A three-day split that includes upper body, lower body, and full body power/endurance is a wonderful example. If you work out four times a week, divide your routines into four categories: chest/back, legs, shoulders/arms, and core/power.

Strength training is an excellent way to burn calories, and there's no need to be concerned about "becoming too big" because strength is an important component of achieving your fitness objectives.

5. Cardiovascular exercise (10-20 Minutes)

Cardio is a broad term that might mislead a lot of people. Cardio is defined by us as exercises that raise your heart rate. Walking, running, jogging, sprinting, HIIT training, playing with your dog, and the list goes on and on! It doesn't have to be the same thing every time, and it doesn't have to be boring!

Figure out what type of cardio you prefer. Include walking or cycling in your routine on days when you're fighting to stay motivated. You'll have a better chance of succeeding if you can find forms of cardio that are both effective and fun.

6. Extend/Reflect (5-10 Minutes)

A good stretch follows any excellent workout. Foam rolling is an excellent way to massage your muscles and prepare them for your next workout. Other static stretches can be be done after an exercise to help the body recover.

After an exercise, meditation can be incredibly useful. Your mind, like your muscles, needs to be stretched and begin to heal after a workout. After a workout, 5-10 minutes of meditation can dramatically alter your mindset and mental attitude. Keep in mind that meditation and self-reflection can take on different forms for different people.

7. Recharge your batteries

You want to get some protein into your body after your workout. Proteins come in a variety of forms, but any type will suffice. To ensure that your body begins to rebuild your muscles, eat within an hour to an hour and a half after your workout. Check out this article for some delicious pre/post workout dishes that can help you improve your nutrition.

Hydration! Water! Just because you've finished your task doesn't imply you've finished hydrating. Continue to drink plenty of water to assist your body mend and prepare for your next workout.

Aside from all of this, don't forget to bring some water and a rockin' playlist to listen to while you work for your objectives! Also, having a "Accountabili-buddy" isn't a bad idea!