5 Way’s to Maintain your Workout Momentum through Autumn and Covid-19
Colder weather, darker days, and seasonal comfort food can make it difficult to stick to your workout routine this fall.
But don’t let all of Summer’s hard work go to waste—instead, build a comprehensive Fall workout plan that keeps you on track and looking better than ever, just in time for the holidays. Here’s how:
1. Virtual One-On-One Training
The need to stay home has created incredible opportunity for virtual fitness with video. Some of our clients have successfully transitioned to virtual fitness however, ALL of our clients want to go back to their previous in studio routine, pre-social distancing. In the mean time, schedule a virtual One-On-One to keep yourself challenged, motivated, and in good form.
2. Get Creative With Your Training Outdoors
Spending time in nature can help reduce stress, according to a 2010 study from the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. Even 20 minutes of outdoor exercise can make a big difference! As professional trainers, we are here to expand the possibilities of what you can do outside.
Lunges in the grass: Grass is like a cushion, soft and gentle on your muscles, making it perfect for a warm-up lunge routine.
Hill or stair sprints.
Squat jumps in the sand: Sand is a softer surface to complete high-impact exercises, like jumping.
Bench triceps dips and wall sits.
3. Layer Up Against the Elements
Having the proper cold weather gear— extra layers, wind/waterproof shells, Smartwool socks, etc. — makes a huge difference in your comfort, which means you're more likely to stick to your exercise goals year-round. While you don't need to drop a fortune on a shopping spree, we recommend investing in one or two new pieces like a fuzzy fleece for warmth and comfort or reflective outerwear to help you stay safe as daylight hours wane.
4. Try a New Type of Training - Press Reset
As certified Original Strength coaches we believe in the power of your Original Strength, the Reflexive Strength that is built through showing up as a child, day in and day out. This is why Pressing RESET works so well. It’s showing up and developing neural efficiency throughout your entire body. Taking the 5 RESETs and performing them for as little as 10 minutes a day (total time), will build an amazing, reflexively strong body and restore a person’s strength and movement potential.
5. Connect Mind and Body
Fall is a perfect time to improve your mind-body connection with mobility work and breathing techniques. Not only can they help build strength and flexibility, but they can also help improve balance and relieve stress as a "moving meditation," working to focus your mind for clearer thinking.
We hope that you find peace and ease as we transition into Fall. Stay engaged with your health by exercising, eating well, drinking plenty of water, and getting 8-9 hours of sleep to help your immune system remain STRONG!
Be well,
Melisa and Tate