
Here are some researched reasons to keep our weekly routines strong during the warmer months:
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Aerobic capacity reductions take as little as 1-2 weeks to occur. Therefore, if you reduce the intensity of your aerobic workouts, you can regress very quickly.
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It takes as long as or longer than 66 days to form or resume a good habit/routine and little or no time to break it! Stay as faithful as possible so you do not need to begin again when the colder weather returns.
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Consistency, adherence and enjoyment rather than mode or intensity is shown to be best for weight control.
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Higher levels of health and fitness can be achieved by sticking with a more structured regime.
These are but a few of the many reasons why consistency in your routine is so important. Make a conscious decision to be committed to your routine all year round – you will be glad you did!
So remember, year round…….more than fitness, it’s a lifestyle!
Contributed by: Tara Daye, canfitpro PTS & FIS
Sources:
Harvard Medical School
MacEwen University Sport & Wellness
US National Library of Medicine
National Institute of Health
Exercise Physiology: Basis of Human Movement in Disease & Health