One thing I learned about exercising is the THRESHOLD. You have to reach it and hit it. Once you hit it, you will genuinely love exercising.
I could not hit the threshold when I was casually jogging in the park or hiking. But I hit it in the gym.. and I am sharing with you on what I learn in one year:
Why joining a gym is good if you are not a born exercise freak:
1. You pay high membership fee- paying will at least make up get up from the sofa and TV and push you to go.
As we get older, it becomes hard to get motivated to correct our appearances, especially if we have been many years-long sedentary due to the grueling hours at a sit-down job, excessive overtime, and possibly feeling too tired to do anything after work other than becoming a couch potato. With the clock ticking, so does our chance to achieve optimal health and well-being. We know that without proper dietary care, and with lack of any form of exercise (some illnesses we can otherwise have control of), will emerge. We have heard in the news, read in health magazines, know from family, friends, and co-workers, the necessity to avoid elder-aged injuries and illnesses.
Almost all fitness programs advertise with hulk like muscular men and slender, well toned beautiful women. If you can get those results from any fitness program, why not choose the first one you come to or the cheapest program?
The Power of Habit
One of the most influential forces to shape many of our actions in life is the power of habit . Habit is often overlooked (perhaps because of its simplicity) when we consider why we do or don’t do certain things. If a person were to ask: “Why do I come home from work and sit in front of the TV instead of going for a walk?” or “Why do I go to the refrigerator every time I’m bored?” it seems too easy to answer “Because I’m used to doing it” . But the reality is you do it because it has become a HABIT.
Can you cure depression by simply going to the gym? The answer to that question might have you finally buying that club membership. According to a report published in Psychosomatic Medicine, regular (3-4 times per week) exercise may fight depression just as effectively as prescription medication (anti-depressants).
How Exercise Can Help Cure Depression
When people think of running, they most often picture running on the road or running on a track. But, a lot of runners opt to run on hiking trails in natural settings. Trail running combines the beautiful outdoor scenery of hiking with the physical challenges of running. If you are the type that loves being in beautiful, outdoor settings, then trail running is something to consider.
Benefits of Trail Running
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