Getting Started is Half the Battle

Tips for Beginners 

Start Out Slowly
Oftentimes, we are so excited to work on our health and fitness goals that we go all in at once! This is a losing strategy if we hope for long-term consistency and results. Start with three times a week of light activity like walking 10,000 steps, yoga or stretching. Mobility is key to ensuring that we protect our joints and muscles after a long period of not doing anything. 

It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint
Beginners can start to feel the effects of regular activity in as little as two weeks! We can also experience initial water weight loss if we have a lot of weight to lose. However, to see real results on the scale and your clothes feeling looser, it can take a lot longer to see results. Hormones, sleep, stress, nutrition, lifestyle diseases, and medications can hinder weight loss efforts. As a result, we lose motivation to continue just as we are getting started. 90% of people will quit a fitness regimen within three months. Usually by that time, many people will injure themselves if they have pushed too hard. However, getting that toned body takes more than three months to build. To see real results, you need to dedicate at least 6 months to a year to getting that body of your dreams. We want to see you continuing to maintain your new lifestyle indefinitely.

Doing a Challenge Can Accelerate Your Results for Instant Motivation
Want to feel accomplished? Why not try a 42 day challenge to kick start your new fitness journey? In 6 weeks, you can experience anywhere from 8-15lb of weight loss or 3-5% fat loss! These initial results can be exactly the motivation you need to continue to push the limits of what you can do. Challenging yourself under the watchful gaze of a certified personal trainer can be exactly the right mix of affordability and effectiveness. Goal setting, nutritional guidance and accountability are the keys to long-term success!

Exercise Is the Fountain of Youth
As we age, our joints and muscles become stiffer and less flexible. Exercise helps us to stay limber and prevent injuries. Being able to carry your groceries, lifting boxes from the floor to place on a top shelf, or crawling around playing with your grandkids all require functional training. While there are a lot of gimmicky products out there touting the so-called reversal of aging, the reality is none of that matters if your fitness is sub-optimal. Moderate activity for 30 minutes a day 3-5 times a week is enough to keep up with the demands of daily life.

Is it time to make a change?

Our personal trainers and knowledgeable staff are dedicated to your health and have developed a unique weight loss program specifically designed to take off weight and keep it off for good. Our program is designed for individuals of all ages and fitness levels so whether you’re trying to lose weight for the first time or haven't been to the gym in months, our team is available to answer your questions and get you started. To speak with Rage Fitness about developing a weight loss plan, call 1-825-945-7733 or fill out the online contact form.