Tips To Get Back On Track

At this point, we’ve all probably been in quarantine for just about 4 weeks (some more, some less). You probably took a break from your fitness routine as you were getting used to the new “Normal” of your life.

But now it’s time to get back in to it, you can’t let this destroy all of the great work you’ve done so far.

Here’s how to get you back on track. 

Hone In On Your Focus

The first few weeks are over, you’ve probably eaten some things from your “avoid at all costs” list, you may have even drank more than you should have. But now is the time to change.

If you’re serious about your fitness goals, then the past few weeks were the exception, and not the rule. Don’t beat yourself up for letting loose. Simply get back up, dust yourself off and get focused.

Get Hydrated

All of the salt, and alcohol you’ve likely consumed over the past few weeks has probably left you fairly dehydrated and retaining a decent amount of water. The only way to restore that balance you had before is to get hydrated.

The absolute top priority to get back on track is to drink plenty of water. Any time in the past when I’ve fallen off track (yes it happens), here’s what I do.

• Drink a large mason jar of water when I first wake up

• Carry my water bottle with my like its my shadow

• Drink the water consistently.I shoot for 32 Ounces an hour during my work day.

Do not add sweeteners to the water. If you need flavor, add some fresh fruit.

Cleanse Yourself

Now that you’ve committed to making this change and getting back on track, I’m going to need you to be really picky about what you eat for the first few days. Make sure you’re eating REAL food; vegetables, fruits, and lean meats. The whole, real foods will help restore your balance and helps to block out cravings.

This means no snack food, no processed foods, no baked goods, no alcohol, no dairy! It’s only for a few days so you can boost your system back into the right mode. 

Get Some Rest

This is a fairly stressful time for a vast majority of people. It may have taken a toll on your sleep, and you may be feeling somewhat exhausted and fatigued. It’s totally to be expected, but if you’ve committed to getting back on track it’s time to get back on your sleep schedule.

When your body is low on sleep, it’s easier for us to make poor eating decisions. You’re also less likely to get back into your workouts if you’re constantly feeling tired.

Just Get It Done

Alright, the time has come. You’ve committed, you’ve started to make the changes. Now is the time to get it done, let’s go sweat out all the bad foods and indulgences of the last few weeks.

When you start the first workout, make sure you ease your way in to it. Take the time to let your muscles warm up and stretch a bit before you ramp it back up to your normal state of exercising.

If you need help figuring out what exercise routine to start with so you can get back on track, please reach out to me.

I have the perfect exercise routine to get you back into gear and off to the races!