At the turn of a new year, so many of us make resolutions to get fit and healthy, but most have given up our grand exercise plans by the time February rolls around. That’s why we’ve put together some tips to help you stay committed, so you can get good use out of your indoor cricket nets and sports equipment this year.
- Make realistic commitments
If you have never broken a sweat before, it’s likely you’ll suddenly turn into Usain Bolt, so it’s important to make sure your goals are realistic.
It’s best to start out small and work up to big commitments. For instance, if you make your new year’s resolution to work out five days a week, it’s likely you’ll fail after a few weeks. However, if you begin with going twice, you can build on this as your fitness and confidence levels improve.
- Have a goal in mind
Whether it’s to lose a certain amount of weight, to fit into your wedding dress or to run a marathon, it’s a good idea to have a goal to aim for. By having a long-term challenge to work towards, you’re far less likely to quit early on.
You can break down your goals into achievable tasks to give you a sense of pride, as this will motivate you to keep exercising and getting fitter. For instance, if your aim is to do a triathlon, you could first do one leg of the race, such as the swimming part, and try to improve your speed each time.
- Track your progress
It can be easy to think you’re not getting anywhere, but progress takes time, especially if you weren’t particularly active before. That’s why it’s a good idea to keep track of your progress, how much you exercise, your speed and distances etc., as this will show you how far you’ve come and will spur you on to keep improving.
- Do a team sport
One of the main reasons why people quit at the gym is because it can be pretty lonely and boring working out by yourself. So, why not take part in a team sport like cricket or football instead?
Not only do you get the comradery from your teammates, but you have the competitive edge of the game and a weekly commitment to keep attending.
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