I am coming up quickly to my one year anniversary of joining a gym. I cannot believe it has been almost a whole year. Crazy how time goes by so quickly.
But as I look back on my year I realized I still stayed in my comfort zone when it came to exercising. I would stick to my same few machines that I liked and just a few other weight lifting and toning exercising that did not challenge me too much.
This past couple months though I have been pushing myself and really trying to find more to do and mix up my routine. I found the more I mix it up the more fun I have and more I accomplish.
Running has been a huge part of my exercise routine as I am training for a 15k and getting into the routine for a half marathon. But this past couple weeks I have been trying to build up my strength with my planks, adding more burpees to the mix, using a heavier medicine ball when working on my core, and really focusing strengthening my legs with jump squats, jumping lunges, mountain climbers and so much more.
Whatever your workout may be, don't be afraid to try something new and push yourself to do something you have never done. In the end you are going to feel glad you did and just want to keep pushing you more and more every time you hit the gym!
Speaking of the gym......I hear it calling my name. Better get moving - habits of healthy motion is another important part of my 12 week transformation!
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