Health & Fitness Rejuvenation Ideas for Women

Article post: Women’s Online Magazine

Another ‘what-not-to-do’ tip defies the ‘no-pain-no-gain’ philosophy.

Registered fitness supervisor and Iron Mountain Movement founder, Keri Cawthorne gives her insight on the matter.
“What I tend to see is too much too soon, and exercising through pain. Two of my many mottos, are ‘everything in moderation’ and ‘pain is a warning sign from the body that shouldn’t be ignored’. Both of these tendencies are a recipe for fitness disaster, not to mention injury. Fitness should be safe,” said Cawthorne.

For those who barely work out, it is important to take it easy. Speaking from experience working out intensely one night will result in a certain amount of soreness in the next few days and that’s normal. However exercising should not send anyone to the emergency room either.

According to most trainers, it’s best to get out of the house for a good workout.

For first timers, Cawthorne suggests that new clients try something they enjoy to help them lose weight.

“I am an advocate for exercising in the outdoors.” She said, outdoor activities can include walking, running, cycling, inline skating, hiking etc.

“If for whatever reason the outdoors is not an ideal setting to exercise in, then take it indoors: treadmill, elliptical, indoor cycling, swimming pool,” Cawthorne adds. Read entire article

By Rae Saaed