Starting a new fitness program is an exciting and admirable fresh start. Whether you’re over the age of 70, or about to turn 16, there are benefits to working out at every age.  It’s an opportunity to create a better version of yourself, and ultimately feel better in your own skin. However, that’s not to say that there aren’t mistakes you can make along the way. 

It’s important that you know the best tips for getting the most out of your new workout program. Before you dive in, make sure that you keep these tips in mind to ensure your success.

Choose Something Appropriate For Your Fitness Level

If you’re just getting started in a fitness program for the very first time, it’s important that you choose something that’s appropriate for your current fitness level. Choosing something extremely advanced that requires a lot of coordination or strength is not very practical if you’ve never worked out before. Choose a beginner program that suits your body type and fitness level. 

The last thing you want to do is injure yourself because you dove into something far too advanced for your fitness level. The same goes for people who are already in shape, and want to start a fitness program. 

Choosing something with very little intensity well below your fitness level can lead to delayed results, and possibly getting bored. Always go for something well suited for where you stand physically.

Choose Something You Enjoy

It’s incredibly important that you choose something that you enjoy. Even though running might get you the results that you want, you’re not likely going to stick to your program if you loathe doing it. Choose something you truly enjoy that gets you out of bed in the morning. The more motivated you are the more likely you are to stick to it.  

Schedule Your Workouts

One of the biggest reasons why people fail to stick to their new fitness routine is that they don’t schedule it into their day. It’s easy to find yourself making excuses if you have other things that fall higher on your priority list. Schedule your workouts with the same importance as you would a doctor’s appointment or going to work.  If you’re truly serious about getting in shape, then it needs to be scheduled into your day.

Get a Workout Buddy

A great motivation for working out is often finding someone else to do it with you. Find someone equally as motivated to start a fitness journey, and hold each other accountable. Send each other updates, and work out together if possible. When you feel like someone is on the same journey as you, you feel much more inspired to keep going.