How to Start a Fitness Journey as a Complete Beginner

How to Start a Fitness Journey as a Complete Beginner

The prospect of starting a fitness routine can be great, but it can also be baffling. If you have been watching fitness videos on the Internet and have no idea what to do, start by reading this article. Would it be wise to embark on a gym membership? Should you exercise everyday? Have any special dietary requirements?

In short: no.

It is not necessary to have a lot of money invested in equipment or exercise in a perfect diet, or have hours and hours of free time for starting to become fit. A few realistic habits and the desire to keep them up are all that's required.

This will guide a newbie in the process of starting a fitness journey in an easy and practical manner. 

1.Establish a realistic goal.

Always consider what you want to accomplish before beginning working out.

Your goal could be to:

• Become more active
• Lose some weight
• Build strength
• Improve your stamina
• Feel more energetic
• Sleep better
• Make a lifestyle change for a healthier you
• You don't need to pick out a complicated objective.

For instance, if you want to get very fit in two months, you should try to exercise 3 times a week for a month.

It's easier to follow a small goal. When it's established as a part of a routine, it can be gradually increased.

2. Do not attempt to change everything during the first day!

It is one of the most common errors of novices.

You can feel inspired, and you decide to get up at 5 AM, go to the gym for an hour, stop eating all of your favorite things, get several litres of water and make an overnight change in your lifestyle.

It sounds wonderful for a number of days. However, for many it is challenging to keep up.

I used to end up in the same situation when I began to take fitness seriously. I made a hasty start to a lot of activities and found myself getting bored with the programme. I came to realize later that it's better to do a little every day, rather than a lot for one week and then nothing.

Start small.

Go for a 20 minute walk. Include some basic exercise routines. Take 1 or 2 more positive food decisions. Then, go from there.

3. Begin With Walking

Running up and down the street is another simple form of exercise.

No gym membership or special equipment required. Take a stroll around your local area, head to a local park or just go around the house.

For those who are not very active, start with 15-20 minutes. Gradually increase the time as you get used to it.

Walking can be enjoyable as well through music or by changing the route or talking with a friend.

It is not about getting to the destination as quickly as you can! The aim is to be more active on a regular basis.

4.Do Simple Exercises at Home.

After some regular movement, introduce some simple exercises.

Here are some activities that can be a good beginning for beginners:

• Squats
• Wall push-ups
• Glute bridges
• Gentle lunges
• Standing leg raises
• Basic stretching

There's no need to do hundreds of reps! Begin to work with a small number and concentrate on keeping it comfortable.

Avoid pushing through an exercise that causes pain – get expert help if necessary.

Once the strength is gained, gradually add reps or try other types of exercise.

5.Make a Simple Weekly Fitness Routine

It's not necessary to work out every day.

A simple rudimentary practice might be to perform the following:

• Monday: 30–40 minute walk + some exercises
• Tuesday: Cross country poles
• Wednesday: 20–30 minute workout
• Thursday: Gentle Movement
• Friday: Shopping + walking to get around
• Saturday: Some fun activity – cycling, swimming, dancing or longer walk.
• Sunday: Rest

This is just an illustration. Your routine needs to be in accordance with your lifestyle.

When you have college, work, children or other obligations, make sure you pick the time for workouts that are reasonable for you.

6.Prioritize your food!

You can't have a healthy lifestyle without also exercising. Food influences too, too.

It's not a heavy diet that you need to follow for making better choices.

Indian food has plenty of beneficial choices to start with. You can add the following foods as per your own requirement:

• Dal, lentils, beans and other pulses
• Vegetables
• Fruits
• Eggs
• Curd
• Beans
• Nuts and seeds
• Whole grains
• Homemade meals

Eat a variety of foods when possible rather than relying on lots of “super processed” snacks and sugary beverages.

Furthermore, don't consider that you must give up all the foods you love. You'll want to enjoy a healthy lifestyle and keep it in the long term.

7. Drink Enough Water

When you are busy, it's easy to forget about water.

Bring a bottle of water to day with you, particularly during the work day, school, traveling and exercise.

The amount of water that you require will depend on your activity level, the weather conditions and your personal needs. During hot weather, especially in India, it is important to stay hydrated.

Rather than concerning yourself with a number of water you will need to drink, make it a habit to drink water on a regular basis.

8.Rest your body .

But more exercise isn't necessarily better.

It is very important to give the body time to recover, particularly when newly introduced to exercise. Include sleep and rest in your fitness program.

Keep the same sleep schedule and don't over-exert yourself and end up being tired all the time while working out.

Running a good fitness program should make you feel fit and healthy, not exhausted all the time.

9. Track Your Progress

Weight loss isn't just a matter of the scale.

You may notice that:

• Walking feels easier.
• You are able to work out longer.
• More energy available.
• You're more comfortable in your clothes.
• Sleeping more restfully.
• You can perform exercises that you could not do previously.

Take a simple note of your workout. Any notebook, phone or fitness app will do.

When you're feeling demoralized, seeing how far you've come can provide you with further motivation.

Final Thoughts

It doesn't have to be a daunting challenge to begin a fitness program. The first step is a short walk, a couple of exercises, healthy eating, adequate water and proper rest.

Aim for the best – not the perfect. Search for a routine that is suitable for you.

Start slowly. Take your time with yourself. In the event of missing a day, start the next day. Being fit is not a one-day job. It's all about making healthy choices every day.

Kindly share this guide with friends and family on social media if you enjoyed. You may be a first step in the direction of a healthier lifestyle for someone.

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