Finding the Right Exercise for Your Body

You’ve tried the gym. You’ve bought equipment. Yet nothing seems to stick. The problem isn’t you, it’s finding what actually works for your life.

There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Answer

The truth is that there’s no single type of exercise that’s great for everyone. The best exercise for you is something that’s a little challenging, something you enjoy, and something you can sustain. For many people, gyms don’t seem to work. The travelling time, the cost, the lack of company, or even the idea itself can be off-putting.

There’s no point undertaking an exercise programme that’s beyond your skill, ability, or available time. Remember this principle: doing something more challenging than what you’re currently doing will begin to affect your body.

Five Ways to Make Exercise Work for You

1. Set aside a time in your week when you can exercise. Then establish a regular routine you can stick to, as many people find mornings easiest for consistency.
2. Research your topic. Take the time to understand what you’re doing, watch videos, and modify your programme to be suitable for you.
3. Set a budget. You don’t have to spend a lot of money. A gym ball and a beginner guide can be a low-cost start (often under £30). If you’re new to exercise or have health concerns, speak with a healthcare professional first.
4. Get a partner. Someone to train with can be essential to help maintain motivation and keep you committed.
5. Get expert help. Ask the chiropractor at Inspired Chiropractic, pay for a trainer to work with you, or get a gym membership and ask to be shown how to operate the equipment.

Small Steps Lead to Big Changes

If you don’t exercise, doing 10 press-ups and 10 sit-ups a day will start to improve your posture and tone. It may not seem much, but over a period of weeks, you’ll find that your body changes to accommodate the demand.

Another important part of exercise is having fun. Start reading about yoga, understand its background, breathing techniques, and concepts like mindfulness, and it will become more appealing to you.