Christmas Holidays 2011, I decided to take a two week break from working out. I lasted a week before I wanted to go back (I actually dreamed about working out). Last Christmas break I did manage to take the holidays off. It was great!
The New Year came and went and I promised I would go back to my routine. I didn't have the same resolve that I had the previous year and anxieties about how crowded the gym would be hampered any enthusiasm I might have had. I also had anxiety about how hard I should work. My “break” was only two weeks, so I was able to ease back into a somewhat steady routine quite easily.
But what if your break was a bit longer than two weeks? Depending on why your workouts were put on hiatus or how long your break was, the same principle applies. You need to ease back into it.
This is why charting workout programmes is important. I still have my very first workout programme stashed somewhere. What worked before can certainly work again, but tweaked to your current conditioning.
If you’re really stuck or lost, there is nothing wrong with seeking out a professional. A qualified personal trainer can certainly help you get back on track.
Be patient. Rushing into things can take the fun out of the journey and may also get you injured.
Most of all, remember why you work out to begin with. Enjoy your time with whatever you’re doing.
The New Year came and went and I promised I would go back to my routine. I didn't have the same resolve that I had the previous year and anxieties about how crowded the gym would be hampered any enthusiasm I might have had. I also had anxiety about how hard I should work. My “break” was only two weeks, so I was able to ease back into a somewhat steady routine quite easily.
But what if your break was a bit longer than two weeks? Depending on why your workouts were put on hiatus or how long your break was, the same principle applies. You need to ease back into it.
This is why charting workout programmes is important. I still have my very first workout programme stashed somewhere. What worked before can certainly work again, but tweaked to your current conditioning.
If you’re really stuck or lost, there is nothing wrong with seeking out a professional. A qualified personal trainer can certainly help you get back on track.
Be patient. Rushing into things can take the fun out of the journey and may also get you injured.
Most of all, remember why you work out to begin with. Enjoy your time with whatever you’re doing.