{"id":5191,"date":"2014-02-02T07:52:39","date_gmt":"2014-02-02T14:52:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/?p=5191"},"modified":"2014-02-03T10:25:03","modified_gmt":"2014-02-03T17:25:03","slug":"still-the-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/?p=5191","title":{"rendered":"Still the New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5192\" alt=\"Commit to Change - You're worth it!\" src=\"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Commit-to-Change-2-510x275.jpg\" width=\"510\" height=\"275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Commit-to-Change-2-510x275.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Commit-to-Change-2-1024x553.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Commit-to-Change-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 510px) 100vw, 510px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Although we\u2019ve only just entered the month of February, it\u2019s still the New Year, which means one thing \u2013 getting healthier and fit! Topping all New Years resolutions all over the world, getting fit and fighting the<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>bulge is one of the most common promises we make ourselves, and from gym memberships to buying the latest sports equipment, we really do try hard\u2026for a while.<\/p>\n<p>I work at a gym, and it\u2019s loaded in January. However, much of the hard work that is put into the gym after New Year is wasted with lacklustre workouts and fewer trips to the gym, and soon enough, there aren\u2019t as many people as before. They run out of motivation. If you really want a help your body to be fitter\/healthier for this New Year, then here\u2019s some tips to push through that burn, and achieve the goals you want!<\/p>\n<p><b>Determination <\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5194\" alt=\"Never Give Up\" src=\"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Quotes-510x103.jpg\" width=\"510\" height=\"103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Quotes-510x103.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Quotes-1024x208.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Quotes.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 510px) 100vw, 510px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s a reason why determination is at the top of this list, and that\u2019s because it is the most important factor in getting healthier! Without determination and a goal to work towards, you\u2019re going to be training blind \u2013 it\u2019s that simple. Unless you start to see noticeable improvements in your shape or fitness, your will is needed to ensure you stay on track.<\/p>\n<p>Be realistic with your goals, as well as what you want from your workouts. There\u2019s no point in exercising yourself to exhaustion, only to go home and eat foods that will give you your energy back. The best exercise plans are balanced and moderated, focusing on the amount of calories you bring into your body, the types of foods you\u2019re eating and the amount of calories you\u2019re burning. Losing weight is a science, and as long as you\u2019ve got that solid determination to keep on going, the rest will fall into place.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5193\" alt=\"Gym 012\" src=\"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Gym-012-510x324.jpg\" width=\"510\" height=\"324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Gym-012-510x324.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Gym-012-1024x652.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Gym-012.jpg 1695w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 510px) 100vw, 510px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>M<b>ake Your Exercise Enjoyable<\/b> hit the gym every day, or at least go for a run can sometimes get a little old. I change up my workouts every week (I hate same old, same old), but I\u2019ve to a committed plan of action, so I keep at it. However, because I make it fun, I stick to the gym at least 3 days in a week.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s nothing worse than staring at the same treadmill, day in and day out. Mix up your workouts with props to help you get through the burn. For example, bringing an iPad to the gym and watching your favourite television show, while running at a high intensity, will get you through your workout in no time. This is what I often do when I\u2019m doing my cardio. Dr. Who for the win!<\/p>\n<p>If you want to get out of the gym all together, then try runs at sunrise (or in the evening!). Sometimes good supplements can also help you get that extra edge for your goals. My partner for this post says for best results in the gym or outside, get into shape with <a title=\"LAMuscle\" href=\"http:\/\/www.lamuscle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">LA Muscle.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Maybe instead of getting bored with cardio, try switching things up with this Beginner&#8217;s Crossfit Workout &#8211;\u00a0 I did this the other day and loved it!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5195\" alt=\"Beginner Cross Fit Workout\" src=\"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Cross-Fit-Workout-510x504.jpg\" width=\"510\" height=\"504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Cross-Fit-Workout-510x504.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Cross-Fit-Workout-1024x1012.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.colourfulpalate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Cross-Fit-Workout.jpg 1092w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 510px) 100vw, 510px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Don\u2019t Over Do It!<\/b><\/p>\n<p>There are many side effects to pushing yourself too hard in the gym, and it will only push back your goals, and ultimately your success. The top bodybuilders and athletes have training regimes specific to their needs, so don\u2019t think that copying their routine will do you any good; in most cases, it can be too much to handle.<\/p>\n<p>Losing weight, eating healthier, and getting fit is a marathon, not a sprint, so if you\u2019re eating well, watching your food intake and visiting the gym on a weekly basis, then there is really no need to rush \u2013 the results will come. Pushing yourself too hard, whether its weights or cardiovascular activity could result in injury, and then you won\u2019t be able to train at all.<\/p>\n<p><i>Disclaimer: Thank you to LA Muscle for partnering with this post! Occasionally I do guest posts to keep me from living in a homeless shelter and eating just rice. Because I don\u2019t really like rice. 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