Page 8 - The Jewish Voice - September '19

Page 8, The Jewish Voice

heaLth & Fitness

Make the Most out of Your healthy and easily digestible carbohydrates like brown rice, Are You a Mindless
Workout Routine quinoa, whole-grain bread and pasta, fruits, and vegetables Muncher?
to give you energy. Afterward, try a protein-packed snack
like Emergen-C Protein Fuel and Superfoods. The blend can
Whether you’re hitting the gym to get healthy, tone up, help you make the most of your active time by providing the
or improve your overall well-being, there’s no denying that wholesome nourishment you need.
seeing results can be one of the most satisfying feelings. Head to the weights
Noticing even the smallest change in the way you feel or If your fitness goals include improving body composition
look is reason enough to lace up your sneakers for another and losing weight, you may want to introduce strength
sweat session. However, when results plateau or schedules training into your regimen. While exercises such as walking,
get busy, you might begin to question your commitment to running, and cycling can do wonders for your cardiovascular
a fitness routine. health and help burn calories, strength training with weights
Whatever you do, don’t give up! Keep these tips in mind can elevate your metabolism for a longer period — meaning
to help maximize your fitness routine and stay on track. your body will continue burning calories even after a
Find a workout buddy workout. Plus, strength training can target and tone those
Instead of flying solo, bring along a friend so you can hard-to-reach muscles, improve balance, and help protect
encourage each other during your workouts. Exercising with your bones.
a buddy can breed a healthy form of competition, but it’s also Switch it up Eating small snacks throughout the day can be a
a great way to hold you accountable. To help maximize the After a while, bodies can grow accustomed to the same great way to maintain energy and keep hunger pangs
impact, try to pick a partner who is on the same fitness level exercise routine, often leading to stalled results. If you find at bay between meals. The problem is, it’s far too easy
as you and shares similar goals — you will want to be able yourself breezing through a workout, it’s time to switch it up to reach for unhealthy foods that satisfy your sweet or
to increase your intensity level and challenge each other as and push your limits. Varying your exercises can challenge salty cravings, but don’t necessarily provide the essential
a team. your mind and body, help burn more calories, and prevent nutrients your body needs.
Fuel up boredom. If you like to run long distances, try implementing You can prevent mindless snacking by taking a few
An active lifestyle requires proper nutrition. When sprint intervals. At the gym? Try out new equipment or vary proactive steps now so you have access to delicious foods
regularly exercising, your body needs fuel for optimal your reps. Challenge your body and you may be surprised that are easy to eat at home or on the go. You’ll feel good
performance and proper recovery. Before a workout, opt for by the results. about snacking by following these simple tips and tricks:
Take a break Convenience: Shop with the goal of stocking the
Another way to maximize your fitness routine has nothing fridge with convenient, nutrient-rich snacks. For example,
to do with the gym at all. In fact, it requires skipping the gym. Fruitlove spoonable smoothies provide a good source of
Exercise provides many health benefits, but too many high- protein and calcium, and an excellent source of vitamins
intensity workouts can backfire, potentially causing injury A, B1, and B3. With a spoon right in the container, it’s
from overuse and hindering your results. Be sure to allow built for on-the-go snacking.
your body enough time to heal before hitting the gym again Weekend prep: Some people do meal prep on weekends
and try to work active rest days into your schedule, such as for the upcoming busy work and school week. This can
going for a light walk or bike ride. also be a great strategy for snacking. For example, buy
Keeping these tips in mind can help you make the most fresh vegetables in bulk to save money, then spend some
of your fitness routine and magnify your efforts in the gym, time on Sunday chopping them into veggie straws and
on the track, in the pool, or wherever you choose to exercise. packaging them into individual containers. This provides
Don’t hesitate to ask fellow gym-goers for help or to make an easy grab-and-go snack. Keep them in an accessible
modifications when something feels off.
Source: BPT Health & Fitness on page 9

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