Fitness Factors













NUTRITION

Many individuals aren't aware that their nutrition plays a role of 75-80% as to whether or not they will achieve their goals. You need to make sure that you're taking in the proper amount of calories along with the proper percentages of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Portion control should be a focus as well, with 5-6 small meals throughout the day to keep the metabolism burning. To put it simple, calories in and calories out. To gain weight, take in MORE calories than you're burning. To lose weight, take in LESS than you're burning.



CARDIOVASCULAR EXERCISE
This type of exercise is used to strengthen your respiratory system (heart and lungs). Paying attention to frequency, intensity and duration are important. Types of exercise aren't important as long as it's an exercise you enjoy, feels comfortable on the body and allows you to be within your target heart rate. Keep your heart strong. . . it's the most important muscle in your body!



SUPPLEMENTATION
Used to create a perfect environment for the body. If you are not getting your nutrients through food, take a multi-vitamin. If you need help with convenience for food consumption, use a meal replacement shake or bar. Ultimately, supplements are important, but not worth breaking the bank to buy several types. Generally, a good multi-vitamin and a replacement shake or bar would be a great start.



WEIGHT RESISTANCE
This type of exercise is to maintain or increase your strength. Some other benefits would include: increasing your lean body mass (muscle), decrease your body fat by increasing your metabolic rate (because you'll have more muscle), increased bone density, improved well-being, improved cardiovascular strength, efficiency and capacity. It's important to know what exercises to perform along with how many sets, reps and what weight to use. Perfect form is the key. It could mean the difference between a great workout or receiving an injury.



FITNESS EVALUATION
Have your weight, body fat and circumference measurements tested before starting your exercise program, along with your flexibility. Continue to do so every 6-8 weeks. Progress will help with motivation, plateaus will help with changing your program. You should see changes in how you look, feel, how your clothes fit, your body fat, measurements, flexibility and weight.