Falling Off The Wagon

So, it has been a few weeks since you worked out or maybe a month . . . or two.

You made progress when you were exercising, whether you lost inches, weight or maybe you felt stronger and had more energy. Now the weight and inches are creeping back or maybe you feel a little more sluggish. The benefits of exercise happen when you participate on a consistent basis. It has to be consistent with an activity that you find enjoyable.

There are so many different types of exercise formats to try. It could be machines at a fitness center, an aerobic/dance/boot camp class in or outside of the gym or your own DVD or favorite on-demand show in the privacy of your home. Whatever it is, stay committed and add it into your schedule. Make time. If you get distracted at home, the camaraderie of a class or partner helps because you are working on a common goal together. This could be two or three times per week.

Even if you have fallen off the wagon, it is waiting for you to jump back on and keep going. Only you can do the work for yourself. Yes, it is harder to come back after a hiatus, but it is not insurmountable. Get back on and keep plugging along. It is important for your health and fitness. Our bodies thrive on movement and degenerates without it. Vary your workout, but always include strength, cardiovascular work, balance and flexibility. Be experimental as you consider rock climbing, skating, in-line or ballroom dancing, karate, Pilates, tai chi and yoga. Your options are endless; just get back on that wagon.