7 Common Mistakes Executives make in their Fitness regime that cost them Time

and Delay their Progress

Mistake # 1Doing the Wrong Type of Workout

Executives spent many hours seated at the computer.

Result, a posture with• Forward head• Rounded shoulders• Slumped lower back

The mistake then is to start abdominal crunches thatwill initially have more stress on a weak upper andlower back.

This increases the risk of injury.

It is important to stretch and release tight and weakmuscles and then strengthen them.

Mistake # 2Doing Cardio is Enough

Running is good for cardiovascular but doing it alonedoes not build strength e.g. in the upper body.

Executives who spend many hours at the computerhave a higher risk of neck and shoulder pains.

Due to poor posture, running without properpreparation can actually increase the risk of acquiringpain in the lower back, hips and knees.

The mistake is not working all the muscles essentialto maintain healthy joints.

Ensure the exercises are well rounded to includestrengthening and to improve mobility in all joints.

Mistake # 3Ignoring their Aches and Pains

Prolonged sitting and working at the computer is aleading cause of tightness in the neck and shouldermuscles.Over time, these muscles will start to ache.

The mistake is ignoring these aches – thinking it ispart of normal aging or go for massages to relieve theaches.

Massages help to relieve, however the bodyinternally is still aging due to the continued sittingposture. One day, the ache will turn into pain.

Do not ignore aches and pains. It is the body tellingyou something is wrong. Early correction will preventthem becoming chronic and more costly to treat.

Mistake # 4Seeking a Quick Fix

In this age of fast food, people expect the same whenit comes to building fitness.

Unfortunately, there are no short cuts to buildingstrength and mobility.

The mistake is jumping from one program to anotherand not allowing time for the body to improve.

You have to give it some time and be willing topractice regularly during the week.

Mistake # 5Doing the Same Routine

When you do the same exercise regularly, you getbetter at it.

The mistake is there will come a time, when youreach a plateau, and you won’t see any furtherprogress.

You have to vary and change your program on aregular basis.Or do different types of activities during the week.

Mistake # 6Taking on too Much at First

In the excitement of joining a new gym or starting anew exercise regime, people may do too much atfirst.

The mistake is they start doing the exercises everyday or start lifting too heavy weights.

The body needs to be conditioned in a progressivemanner, with rest in between else injuries may result.

You have to learn how to “walk first before running”.

Mistake # 7Not Enough Rest

Today’s digital lifestyle, people are addicted to socialmedia and the internet.

You see it everywhere. People are glued to theirmedia devices. Recent studies have shown peoplespend more time on their media devices thansleeping.

The mistake is after a long day at work, they start toexercise and find they don’t have the energy tomaintain good form or focus on their exercise. Thiscan lead to injuries rather than improving theirfitness.

Reduce time consumed by social media, get enoughrest to have the energy to focus at work and buildyour fitness.

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