Fitness, Diet & Lifestyle Tips
March 16, 2008 by Mylene
Filed under Train Health
By Zen Gray
As a fitness and lifestyle coach for over sixteen years, I’ve noticed some keys to successful living and it’s not as hard as you think! Little changes can go a long way to improving your health and happiness. Here are just a few tips to get you started:
1. Get a Personal Trainer
Obviously, I’m a little biased. But a personal trainer will keep you on track and make sure you are doing proper form so you don’t get injured-especially important if you are juststarting a workout regimen.
2. Measure
Before starting a program, you have to know your current state of fitness. Take measurements, do before pictures, and do body fat measurements. It’s fun to make yourself look as bad as you can in the before picture (i.e. no makeup, scowl, stick out your belly, make your hair really messy!)
3. Keep a food diary
If you can’t meet with a certified nutritionist, you can still be aware of food patterns. Write down what you eat, how much, and when. Then see where you can make improvements.
4. Keep a water bottle with you throughout the day
Most of my clients drink more water if they use a water bottle. I love to keep bottles of water in the car and whenever I’m driving, it’s easy to reach back and grab one. Read more
