Physical Exercise

What, you thought all you had to do was eat right to stay healthy? Sorry to burst your couch potato bubble, but exercise is just as important as the food you put in your body! Now I'm not saying you have to go all out like a body builder, but you do need to work out. Here are some work out basics, and when you're feeling confidant check out some more rigorous work-outs.

• Make sure you warm up: I suggest walking on the treadmill for 5 minutes at a moderate pace to get your heart rate ready for cardio.
• At least 30 minutes of cardio.
• Weight circuits: 3 sets of 8-12 reps. Start with low weight and if you're not a little sore the next day try upping it next time. Alternate your muscle groups: arms one day, legs the next, then core the next, and repeat. Allow yourself one day for just cardio to let your muscles rest. (You don't have to go everyday. Use the routine when you go. Ex: Monday- arms, Wednesday- legs, Saturday- core.)
• Cool down by stretching it's very important for recovery and the overall well being of your body.

I'm a gym rat because that's where I get motivated. Seeing older men and women in great shape from working out or young toned men and women really makes me want to kick it up a notch. Working out at home has the best intentions, but just never works out for me. If that's your thing, go for it! Bodyrock.tv has a lot of at home work-outs you can do in the comfort of your own home.

Good luck!!