Exercise Consistency and Proven Strategies to Maintain it

In the world of health & fitness, the golden ticket to success is exercise consistency. However, life sometimes gets in the way and it does its best to make us fall off the rails. To help with these challenges we discuss some proven strategies to maintain exercise consistency that can help you now and for years to come.

The endeavour of health, wellness and physical activity shouldn’t be a fleeting commitment, it’s a lifestyle choice that reaps a multitude of health benefits. Let’s dive into the significance of staying consistent and explore ten tips to maintain the motivation to maintain exercise consistency.

Why Consistency Matters:

Consistency transforms sporadic efforts into lasting results. When you consistently engage in physical activity, you not only boost your metabolism (more permanently) but also achieve enhanced cardiovascular health, build muscular strength, improved body composition, increase coordination, improved immunity and improve mental well-being. It’s the secret sauce for a robust and enduring health & wellness journey and increased longevity.

How Much Exercise Determines ‘Consistency’?

We should be moving our body every day. Now, everyday does not mean you have to do an intense workout every day, and rest is just as important as physical activity. However human beings are designed to be moving every day.
Each day aim for 30 minutes minimum of moving your body. On a weekly basis that could mean:
2-3 days of strength training
2 days of cardiovascular exercise such as walking, running, swimming or bicycle riding

1-2 days of a full body flexibility and mobility session such as a class at active & ageless or even a yoga class.

Tips for Maintaining Consistency:

Set Realistic Goals: Define achievable short-term and long-term goals to keep yourself motivated. Celebrate small victories along the way.
Discover Enjoyable Activities: Find workouts that you genuinely love. Whether it’s a an exercise group class, or cycling, yoga, or dance, choosing enjoyable activities ensures that you look forward to each session.
Create a Schedule: Plan your workouts ahead of time and integrate them into your daily routine. Treat them as non-negotiable appointments with yourself.
Mix it Up: Prevent boredom by incorporating variety into your routine. Try different exercises, classes, or outdoor activities to keep things interesting.
Find a Workout Buddy: Having a workout partner adds a social aspect to exercise and provides mutual motivation and support. There’s plenty of buddies to train with at Active & Ageless.
Prioritize Recovery: Allow your body to recover with adequate rest days and proper sleep. Exercise consistency is not about overtraining but about finding a sustainable balance. Recovery can also mean a slow walk or even a stretch class.
Track Your Progress: Keep a record of your workouts and celebrate improvements. Monitoring your progress reinforces the positive impact of your consistent efforts. Do you fitness assessments with Active & Ageless.
Stay Flexible: Life can be unpredictable. Be adaptable and find alternative workout options when your original plans don’t pan out.
Exercise early in the day: Exercising early on can prevent missing a session when life juts seems to want you to not train later in the day. E.g., stuck in traffic, work deadlines, social events.
Mindset Matters: Embrace the process and view setbacks as learning opportunities. A positive mindset is the fuel that propels consistency.

Ways To Incorporate Exercise Consistency into Your Daily Routine

Walk or ride your bike for short trips to the shops/café etc instead of driving.
Use the stairs instead of the lift (and walk up/down the escalators)
Go for a walk with a friend instead of sitting down at a café.
Get off the bus one stop earlier and walk the remaining distance!

Incorporating these tips into your fitness journey will not only foster consistency but also unlock a world of health benefits. Remember, the key to a healthier life is in the daily commitment to your well-being. Exercise Consistency isn’t just a choice, it’s a lifestyle that pays dividends for years to come.

Heath

Heath Jones is the founder of Active & Ageless and has over 20 years’ experience in the Health & Wellness space.

He holds the following qualifications:

Bachelor of Nursing

Postgraduate in Exercise Science

Diploma of OHS

Cert 3 & 4 Fitness

Cert 4 Training & Assessment

Older Adults trainer

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Leesa Carr

23:27 13 Feb 21

Heath and the team at Active & Ageless have created a fun and friendly environment where everyone can feel comfortable working out no matter what their level of fitness may be.The team are incredibly knowledgeable and provide plenty of advice to make sure you're using the right technique to avoid any injuries.The classes have plenty of variety within the structure to keep it fun and fresh and if you're finding one of the exercises a bit too difficult...or too easy...they'll give you an alternative option to suit your needs and fitness level.It's fantastic to walk into a gym where the team know your name and what you need instead of just scanning a card and being another unknown face and number on their books.

Glen Sommers

06:28 14 Feb 21

My husband and I are delighted with our membership of this gym. Being of a more mature age we were comprehensively assessed and then a suitable programme written for us. We are enjoying our sessions so much we are coming 3 days a week.

Steve Wherrett

21:40 11 Feb 21

Really enjoying my sessions. Super friendly and helpful staff, relaxed atmosphere, state of the art equipment and best of all, noone checking themselves out in the mirrors or hogging machines. Plus being classes only adds to the incentive to get along. Highly recommend.

Robert Alderdice

09:06 12 Feb 21

Active and Ageless is a fantastic gym which has state of the art strength equipment and excellent cardio machines, but even more importantly trainers that develop excellent programs for you and encourage you all the way. I cannot recommend them more highly .

Yuleen Rapata

11:59 08 Jun 21

Before coming to this gym I couldn't walk down stairs straight, I went down sideways one step at the moment. I constantly had sore knees, now after 3 months I'm so flexible I can do also everything.Where can you get a personal trainer for $49.00 because this is what your getting.The trainers are always ready willing and able to help. Awesome trainers, awesome equipment. Awesome place, would highly recommend it to anyone.

Jennifer Ross

04:34 27 May 21

After being lazy for so many years, I made the commitment to exercise regularly. Active & Ageless is the perfect gym for me. All the trainers are lovely and accessible and in 5 months I have become much fitter and stronger. Highly recommend Heath and his team!

Julia Farrow

22:49 11 Mar 21

Love going. I’ve gone from ‘definitely NOT a gym person’ to going several times a week. My flexibility and energy level has improved and the increased muscle strength has helped a lot with my long standing knee and back problems. Trainers friendly and always making sure the exercises are tailored to my specific needs. The rest of the clients are great and overall it’s an enjoyable experience with great long term benefits .

Patricia Tomalaris

21:27 11 Mar 21

Having looked around my area for a gym that suited my needs, Active & Ageless came along at just the right time. I love the relaxed atmosphere and have enjoyed every one of my sessions, earlier on with Heath who was excellent and now with Ariel who is exceptional and such fun! I would recommend Active & Ageless to anyone looking for gym that will create a program tailor made just for you.

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Exercise Consistency and Proven Strategies to Maintain it