Falls here and that means all of your "Suns Out. Guns Out" tanks are about to hit the shelves and collect some dust, that is unless you're an big success, rich or live in Sunny California. No worries, this is a good thing. This is the perfect opportunity for you to change your body and learn something new in the process.
Keep this in mind,
Brace Yourselves. The Holidays are Coming
Unless fitness pays your bills, this means you'll be digging into some holiday treats. Sad, but true. So before you start lying to yourself and your friends that you're going to be so good on your diet and your goals , let's try a new approach to your goals. We'll give you a few things to consider to keep your engine revving during the holidays. Try these and challenge yourself because how can you expect to change if you never challenge yourself.
1. Lift Heavy
Yea, I said it. Lift Heavy. That goes for men and women alike. That means add sets, less reps and looking awesome in the process. This challenge will push your body to new limit which means it'll be burning more calories during and after your workouts. Try adding 2-3 more sets to your exercise and taking your rep range to 6-10 reps. Please note that lifting heavy doesn't mean: break your back, destroy your knees, dislocate your shoulders or end up on Awkward Gym Moments. Please keep form a priority
2. Change Your Cardio
Because of the diet violations you're about to perform, cardio is going to be a big player in keeping you from going overboard. While I'm sure you get a kick of jamming to Pearl Jam on the treadmill for an hour, that's simply not going to cut it. I'm talking about some challenging cardio. That would be:
Spin Class - Perfect if you're in dire need of some nice legs and a wicked butt
Boxing / MMA Class - learn how to kick ass while looking good? Sure, why not?
Cross Fit - Controversially Cult of Fitness Fanatics , yes I said it. Crossfit will take you to a whole new world faster than the magic carpet from Aladdin but here is something important if you choose to join the dark side.
MAKE SURE YOUR INSTRUCTORS KEEP FORM A PRIORITY
If your instructor isn't constantly talking about the importance of fundamentals , form and foundation then you are basically screwed.
3. Supplements
If you're serious about your workouts, NOT 100% solid on your diet and not taking supplements then I don't know what's wrong with you. These products are meant to get you from Point A-wesome to B-adass a little quicker. Obviously stim-products can be a concern but here are a few things to utilize to keep it trimmed up.
Green Tea
CLA
L-Carnitine
Flaxseed Oil
L-Arginine
Try these few things during the season and you won't have to look for a XXL " Suns Out Guns Out " tank at your local Wal Mart when the beach comes calling. As always, if you ever have any doubt or concern, talk to a trainer. Hire a trainer if he/she is good. How can you tell? If he/she doesn't take form, foundation and fundamental as priority, don't hire them.
