how to start:

• Getting started safely

  If you've never exercised before, or it's been a significant amount of time since you've attempted any strenuous physical activity, keep the following health precautions in mind: Health issues? Get medical clearance first. If you have health concerns such as limited mobility, heart disease, asthma, diabetes, or high blood pressure, talk with your doctor before you start to exercise.

• Find some buddies

  Workout pals really do work. Studies show that having a gym buddy significantly increases time spent exercising. That could be because we're hardwired to care what other people think of us and don't want to let down friends we've committed to, Lee-Baggley explains. If you don't actually prefer to exercise with others, involve loved ones by asking them to keep you accountable, cheer you on, and help log your progress.

• Warm up

  Warm up with dynamic stretches—active movements that warm and flex the muscles you'll be using, such as leg kicks, walking lunges, or arm swings—and by doing a slower, easier version of the upcoming exercise. For example, if you're going to run, warm up by walking. Or if you're lifting weights, begin with a few light reps.

• Listen to your body

  If you feel pain or discomfort while working out, stop! If you feel better after a brief rest, you can slowly and gently resume your workout. But don't try to power through pain. That's a surefire recipe for injury.

• how to end

  Cool down. After your workout, it's important to take a few minutes to cool down and allow your heart rate to return to its resting rate. A light jog or walk after a run, for example, or some gentle stretches after strength exercises can also help prevent soreness and injuries.

cardio & crossfit

There are very few activities you can do for a short period of time that have all of the physical and mental health benefits that cardio exercise offers. Some of the known benefits of cardio include: Burns fat and calories, making it easier to lose weight Enhances sleep quality, especially if the exercise is moderate to vigorous in intensity2 Expands lung capacity, or the amount of air that your lungs can hold Improving your body image when you do weight-bearing cardio exercises like hiking or climbing stairs Lowers stress, in part by improving your ability to cope with issues in a positive way

cardio

What Is Cardio? Cardio exercise, which is sometimes referred to as aerobic exercise, is any rhythmic activity that raises your heart rate into your target heart rate zone. This is the zone where you burn the most fat and calories.

crossfit

What is CrossFit? A form of high intensity interval training, CrossFit is a strength and conditioning workout that is made up of functional movement performed at a high intensity level. benefits of CrossFit