Women Fitness

WORKOUTS FOR WOMEN is about more than just the body. In addition to detailed descriptions of exercises and valuable nutrition strategies, Joni Hyde offers eight tips to keep women motivated and engaged in their exercise routines.

• Build on your small successes. Start with small goals. Revel in the small accomplishments. They add up to great things.
• Be realistic about your goals. It doesn't take a few weeks to get flabby or become overweight, so don't expect to see results over night.
• Track your progress. Take your measurements so you'll be able to evaluate how your body is changing. Take a photo of yourself now so you'll have visual validation of the changes in your body over time.
• Focus on why you are doing this. Exercise is an investment in your self. Don't focus on what you are giving up to become fit, focus on what you are gaining.
• Use the power of visualization daily. Visualize yourself completing a great work-out and focus on how great you'll feel knowing you got the job done. Visualize yourself reaching your goals.
• Know your limits and give your body adequate fuel. Fatigue, insomnia, irritability, and an elevated resting heart rate are signs of overdoing it or not getting proper nutrition!
• Reward yourself when you obtain your goals.
• Keep a workout log and a food journal. Track your progress by taking your measurements every 6 to 8 weeks.