In the winter months, it can sometimes be a challenge to stick to your exercise habits. Summer is so far away and it's cold and rainy outside. But if you want to be on the beach this summer with a killer body, you really need to get going now. It's not for nothing that they say "Summerbodies are made in winter." But how do you make sure you stay motivated? In this article, we give some handy tips.
Weather conditions
Unfortunately, you can't change the weather conditions, so try to make the best of it. See it as an extra challenge for yourself. Because if you get into the gym in all weathers, that's already your first victory. And when you plop down on the couch after your workout, you will definitely feel fulfilled.
Hit the sauna after working out
Does your gym have a sauna? Then you're in luck! Nothing is better to relax in the sauna after an intense workout. Good for your body and mind. Think of it as a reward for hard work. Chances are that you'll jump on your bike to work up a sweat in the gym anyway.
No diet
It's the same story every year. Thousands of people start a diet in January. After all, those Christmas pounds have to go. People start skipping meals and obsessively counting calories. Stop doing that! It is more important for your long-term goal to stick to a healthy and balanced diet. Stop eating from packets and choose fresh and organic produce. Don't skip meals. Your body needs energy to burn and that energy is derived from food. Do you eat less? Then your body will go into savings mode and that is not the intention when you are working on your killer body!
Cook food you like
Buying healthy food is the first step, but make sure you buy the things you know you will like. If you make healthy meals that you like then you will get much more enjoyment out of your healthy eating.
Prep your meals
Everyone knows it, you come home after a hard day's work and you have nothing in the fridge. At times like this, you are more inclined to go for an "easy" meal, which is often full of unhealthy ingredients. Therefore, make sure you prepare your meals for the coming week. This is a small effort and it will benefit you throughout the week. In addition, you can be sure not to deviate from your diet. Because even though summer still seems so far away, the months do fly by. Want to know more about meal prepping? Then take a look here.
Supplement your diet with the right supplements
Now that you are actively exercising and paying attention to your diet, it is also useful to look at the supplements you can take to supplement your diet. To stimulate muscle growth and reduce muscle soreness you can take protein supplements. Depending on what you feel comfortable with, you can take whey or vegan protein. Omega-3 is also often a good addition to your diet. Omega-3 is good for your eyes, heart, brain and muscles. Of course, you not only want to look good but also feel good. Just make sure you choose natural and responsible supplements. We have some suggestions for you here.
Train together with your sports buddy
Training together not only makes a workout more fun, but you also motivate each other to really go and get the most out of it. After all, you don't want to cancel your workout buddy because the weather outside is a little off? Work towards goals together and keep motivating each other why you're doing all this. Tip: bring in some competition and you'll elevator each other to the next level.
Make a schedule
Make sure you schedule your workout times ahead of time and add enough variety to your workout to maximize your body's stimulation. Ask trainers to help you set up a schedule or training program. That way you will get the most out of your workout and achieve the best results. Don't lose sight of the goal. Because when you parade on the beach in the summer feeling confident and proud, you'll be glad you worked so hard during the winter months. Besides, if you have planned everything well, you can plan the rest of your social activities around it. With this in mind, you really won't let a rainstorm deter you.
Last but not least, enjoy working on your body. You will find yourself feeling more energetic, sharper and more comfortable in your skin. With enough exercise and the right nutrition, you'll soon be top fit and admit it, who doesn't want that.
