Components of Fitness

[MrzDiva]

TweetThere are several components to a good fitness plan. You must eat a healthy diet, cardio and strength train in order to achieve maximum results and health. Below you will find all you need to know to integrate sports and recreation into your life in such a way that will help you build a fitness plan that works for you.

A well-balanced diet is extremely important to good health. You must eat several small meals each day, usually five to eight and make sure they contain the essential vitamins and minerals. Fruits and vegetables will fulfill this requirement. You also need plenty of protein, especially when you begin incorporating sports and recreation into your overall plan. Lean meats such as chicken contain protein as does fish.

A healthy diet will also consist of good fats like those found in fish as well. There are many other products that contain good fats. The key is not getting too many and distinguishing between those that are good and those that aren't.

Cardio is another important component of overall good health. You must do 30 to 45 minutes of cardio five to six days a week in order to really begin burning calories. Remember, the key to losing unwanted fat is to burn more than you take in each day. Cardio is what will actually help you do this. One myth many people seem to believe is that low intensity cardio is what helps you lose weight. While low intensity cardio programs may burn calories, your average low intensity cardio session just to break a sweat won't help you get maximum results in minimum time. It's the high intensity cardio that really burns the calories and the strength training that builds lean muscle. Weights may help you burn some of those calories, but it certainly won't take the place of the cardio.

Cardio comes in many forms. You can choose an outdoor activity such as walking, running or playing a sport. You can also choose an indoor activity such as an aerobic routine, stationary bicycle or treadmill. No matter how you get your cardio, make sure it really counts. Do it every day and work your way up to the requisite 30 to 45 minutes needed to achieve your overall sports and recreation goal.

The last component of fitness mentioned in this article is strength training. This is where you target each muscle group and work to either tone your muscles or actually build muscle mass. You'll need a specific workout routine for this. It can either be accomplished by using free weights or circuit machines in a gym. Either way, you will need to only strength train a few times a week. Start with three as this will give your muscles time to recover between sessions. This is crucial. Failing to do so could result in injury and that won't help you achieve your overall health goal.

The components of fitness will all become a way of life if practiced regularly. Set your own personal goals and work to reach them. This, after all, is what will lead to a healthier you.

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[BABY1]

TweetGreat reminders! thanks lady!!!