Happy New Year from Beckwith Health Club!
Although nothing much has happened in the new year by January, it can feel like a great time for new resolutions. Not to mention, fresh fitness goals!
The holidays have passed – if you’re feeling full and heavy from all the Terry’s chocolate oranges, don’t worry about it. It’s so important to take some time off and relax – you deserved it!
Now, let’s have a look at making the kind of resolutions which are likely to be kept.
Have You Planned Some Big New Year’s Resolutions?
The key to maintaining New Year’s health plans is to something realistic which you’ll enjoy.
Let’s check out some good examples of achievable fitness goals to get the year off to the right start. We’ll make these last longer than January this year!
Maintain an Active Lifestyle
The great thing about resolutions like this is that they look different for everyone. Regular activity throughout your day does so much for your health – much more than an on-off workout schedule!
So, whether it’s committing to taking the stairs more, going for a daily lunchtime walk, or fitting in a 10-minute stretch before bed, make this resolution work for you.
Commit to Trying Something New
A new year is a great time to try something new. Not only could this be great for your physical fitness, but your mental health will also benefit just as much from a new challenge.
Beckwith Health Club is on hand to help with this one. Take a look at our packed class schedule and find a class that’s a bit different to your usual workout.
Have you always wondered how pilates is different from yoga, but never given it a go? Read our blog on what separates the two activities and then jump into one of Emma’s pilates classes!
Or, if there’s a class on our schedule you’ve always been curious about but wasn’t sure it was for you, now is your time to try it out.
All of Beckwith’s classes are open to everyone, regardless of their experience with the activity. Whether it’s pi-yo or spin, HIIT or kettlebells, check the schedule and join in now.
It’s also time to book your induction to our new EGYM Smart Strength machines and Fitness Hub!
Make Time to Stretch
Stretching is something absolutely essential to any fitness journey, workout, and isolated exercise. Whether done alone, in the form of yoga, pilates, or simple morning stretches, or as part of a warm up and cool down routine, stretching is a must.
When done as part of a warm up or cool down activity, stretching increases the benefits of the exercise and helps to prevent injury before, during, and after a workout.
Even a daily, ten-minute stretch can have massive benefits once it becomes a part of your daily routine. In terms of preventing injuries resulting from daily life (such as lifting a heavy bag, running for a bus, or even the strain from sitting down all day), a daily stretch will keep your body in tip-top shape.
It will also help your body to recover faster from strains and aches which you may have after a bad night’s sleep.
Essentially, resolving to make stretching a part of your daily routine is an easily achievable resolution. What’s more, you’ll be seeing and feeling the difference after just a few days!
Make This Your Healthiest Year!
It’s time for a new year filled with opportunities and good things to come.
Commit to a few achievable goals aimed at improving your overall and daily health and you’ll be seeing results within a matter of weeks. Set yourself achievable goals and make them last all year long!
As ever, visit Beckwith Health Club and ask our excellent team for tips, training, and more! We’re here to help your 2022 be your healthiest year yet. See you soon!
