I get asked quite often why I do not wear a belt when lifting heavy. I’ve had to put my foot down with a coach who wanted me to wear a lifting belt. Being an Exercise Physiologist and somebody that researches everything before I attempt it, I’d my reasons the biggest which was this: I can’t wear lifting belts when I go on squad or fire calls.?I play like I practice, and so i don’t train with something that I can’t wear when lifting heavy could mean life or death for someone.?
Motivation for Movement
I have two big motivations for working out. The very first is succumbed the above mentioned paragraph. I’m an EMT/Firefighter, and I need to be physically strong enough to provide support to my partners on calls and move patients of all sizes when needed. The 2nd motivation would be to better my health. I’ve some health concerns I must have reversed and prevented from returning. Clean eating and regular exercise are a couple of contributing factors to that goal. Not used to hearing someone not list “lose weight” as a top motivation? That’s not one of my reasons, but it is a positive side effect of the physical exercise and clean eating in my 2 main motivations or goals.
What wishes have you got in your lifetime that may serve as motivation to get involved with a routine of exercise?
Someone may want to?finish a 5k. Another may want to be able to walk their dog without not having enough breath. Does anyone have grandkids they would like to take to the park, push on the swings, get started on the merry-go-round? Do you have kids that look your decision, that are looking to repeat everything you do? Why not set a good example on their behalf – to take pride in what they are able to do and look after themselves from the health and fitness standpoint. Of course, summer is coming. A lot of people worry about their beach body… is that you?
I was dog-sitting a week ago. It’s been awhile since I’ve existed a non-senior age pup. This cutie wanted to play fetch non-stop. I played for about Half an hour before my shoulder beginning to exhaust. It was following a work-out with many different shoulder work! I can tell you that 5 years ago, I wouldn’t happen to be in a position to throw a bone or a deflated dodgeball for 10 minutes non-stop, not to mention 30 minutes.
That’s ok. We can use that! Take it one step at a time starting with talking with somebody that really wants to assist you to reach your maximum potential!