10 Fitness Tips For Teens

1) Don't Worry About Other People

The most common reason people don't go to the gym is because they are either intimated or embarrassed, which is nonsense! Everyone goes to the gym for pretty much the same reason, and thats the to get healthier and more fit. If you just concentrate on yourself and not worry about other people around the gym, then you'll be able to reach whatever goals you may have.

2) Set Goals

Without having something to aim for, how are you going to know what to do? If you set a goal for yourself it will make the path to being healthy and fit a lot easier because you have something to strive towards and get you motivated. Whatever your goal is, write it down! It's proven to help you remember and motivate you more when you write things down.

3) Start Slow

If your just beginning to workout you want to make sure you don't get ahead of yourself and try to do anything out of your capability. Don't expect to be able to run 5 miles at a time or do 20 pullups, just do what you can without overdoing it in the beginning. You have to start slow and ease yourself into working out, otherwise there's a greater chance of being injured and not getting results you want.

4) Workout With a Partner

Working out with a partner is a great idea! You'll have company while your at the gym so you won't feel alone, you'll have someone there to spot you and you'll have someone there motivating you to keep going to the gym and working hard! Even if you and your friend are trying to do two different workout routines, it's still uplifting to have someone go to the gym with you and share results with!

5) Learn The Right Stuff

Take your time to figure out what workout routines and exercises work best for you. Look around this site for various workouts, eating plans and motivation to help you reach your goals! Everyone is different, so a workout plan your friend does might not be the best thing for you... that's why you have to take the time to figure out what works best for you! Try new things, keep it fun and interesting otherwise you'll lose motivation and you might not want to continue towards your goals.

6) Eat Healthy

The healthier you eat the faster and better your results will be. Not only will eating help you lose weight or gain muscle, it'll help you clear your mind and gain energy throughout the day. Without proper nutrition a teenagers body will be lacking the nutrients it needs to function properly, so make sure your trying to stick to healthy foods!

7) Rest and Recover

Some teenagers get addicted to working out when they first start, or even when they've been doing it for years. It's important to have days off and rest your body otherwise your not giving your body enough time to recover from the workouts you've done. Without rest your muscles won't recover and be repaired to they're full potential and you'll be slowing the speed you get your results down. If your sore, take a day off or work another body part!

8) Play a Sport!

Playing a sport is one of the best ways to get in shape and learn how to stay discipline with a workout routine. Not only will you get in better shape but you'll meet new people and make new friends as well! If you love the sport too you may be able to play it in the future at college or in a adult league.

9) Be Patient

Results don't come overnight, they come from dedication and hard work. Make sure your pushing yourself and keeping to a solid workout and eating routine. Being a healthy and fit teen can be done! If your not making it one of your priorities it's going to be a lot harder to accomplish what you set out to do. Take your time and just keep reminding yourself how rewarding it will feel when you reach your goals!

10) Stay Motivated!

Motivation is the driving force behind being healthy and fit. If you lack motivation check out the motivation page to figure out ways to get up and going! Just remember that the strongest muscle in your body is your mind, you can train it just as hard as you train your chest or biceps. Stay positive, keep hitting the gym and eating healthy and I guarantee your goals will be reached!

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