Beginner Fitness

How to get started in fitness — part 1

So, you want to get started in fitness? It’s never too late to get into shape. Whether you're looking to improve your stamina, strength or suppleness this section for beginners will show you how to do it enjoyably and effectively…

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How to get started in fitness — part 2

Now we have an idea of what fitness is all about, how are we going to make it happen? Devoting time to structured workouts (whether they be to build strength, improve aerobic fitness or enhance posture and flexibility) is essential. 

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How to get started in fitness — part 3

When  working out it's important that every fitness session has a purpose. Different types of workouts work on different aspects such as aerobic fitness, strength or flexibility. Whatever your main fitness goal, it's important that your fitness regime is balanced so that you don't work on one element of your fitness to the detriment of others.

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How much exercise is good for you?

A frequently asked question is how much exercise we need. Exercise can take many forms, from intense cycling to simple house cleaning, but how much exercise is right for you?

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Finding time for fitness training

When embarking on a fitness program, it can be difficult to fit your exercise into a busy daily lifestyle. However, finding the time to exercise doesn't have to be so difficult. Try the following ideas for fitting exercise into your daily routine:

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FAQ: How to get started in fitness and exercise

When you first start out exercising, it can seem difficult knowing what the right kind of training and training gear is for you. Here are our answers to several frequently asked fitness questions that are often asked by beginner exercisers.

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Are you fit enough to train?

Numerous studies have proven that regular exercise is good for your health and that embarking on a structured exercise program can only improve your short and long-term fitness.

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Getting to know your fitness level

Before you embark upon an exercise and fitness program to get your body healthy and active, it is vital you assess your level of bodily fitness. Here's our guide to working out your current exercise fitness level, so you don't jump in at the deep end.

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Determining your fitness plan

Getting started in exercise training may at first appear a daunting experience. Finding the motivation to go for a run or visit the gym may be difficult if you're not used to regular exercise. However, to feel the health and fitness benefits of exercise, it's important to keep going. Here's the realbuzz.com guide to sticking to your exercise principles.

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Top 10 fitness myths

Many of us are given advice and supposed facts about how much fitness and exercise is the right amount for a healthy and active lifestyle. The press is often full of scare stories about the perils and pains of too much or too little fitness training. However, many of these so-called facts and pieces of advice are inaccurate and should not put you off exercising. Here we dispel some of the fitness myths that surround regular exercise.

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A to Z of fitness terms

The world of health and fitness sometimes seems to have a language of its own — so we've compiled this essential A-Z of fitness terms to help your understanding.

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Exercise opportunities

Whether you live in a bustling city or a small town, there will still be a number of exercise options open to you in your local area. Whether taking advantage of local sports clubs or the great outdoors, exercising can be done anywhere so there really is no excuse not to get fit and healthy just because you live off the beaten track. Here’s our guide to making the most out of your local area and exercising accordingly.

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Top 10 DIY ways to test your fitness

Measuring fitness isn't just about tight abs, lifting heavy weights or fast running times. There are other less obvious ways to test your fitness, so see how you measure up by taking on our DIY fitness tests.

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Top 10 fitness mistakes

We all sometimes make mistakes in our fitness training but there are some that you should always try and avoid. Here's realbuzz.com’s list of top 10 fitness mistakes to avoid which are essential to read if you’re just starting out in exercise training, and good to check out if you’ve been training for a while to make sure you’re training both properly and safely.

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Five ways of getting into the exercise habit

When you first start out in a new exercise routine, it can be hard to stay motivated and on course to complete your training goals. However, there are a number of key reasons why you should stay determined and persist with your exercise. Here’s the quick realbuzz.com guide to overcoming your tiredness and staying motivated for exercise.

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Keeping a fitness training log or blog

Sometimes it's hard to find motivation when running for fun or training for a race. A training log or blog can therefore be a useful tool in tracking your progress and pushing you on to the next fitness challenge. Here are realbuzz's top tips why it's good advice for any runner or exerciser to keep a training log of their progress as they start out on the road to training success.

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10 unexpected ways to burn more calories

Weight loss doesn’t have to involve countless hours sweating the calories off. The simple equation is that you have to use more calories than you consume to lose weight. Regular everyday activities, from getting ready to gardening to housework, or even sleeping, can all help burn hundreds of unexpected calories every day.

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10 ways to work out

If you are looking to get in shape or maybe add a new fitness theme to your lifestyle, we’ve listed 10 great workouts that will boost your fitness, tone your body and improve your overall health and wellbeing too.  And it doesn’t matter if you are looking for an activity get you up and active for the first time, or just a way to mix up your current routine – they’ll be something to give your motivation a kick. Read on for some fitness inspiration ...

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