As a physical therapist in Waco, TX, I love the range of workouts that have become easily accessible. Spin, barre, yoga, trampoline, goat yoga, you name it; it is probably out there. With so many options, people spend endless free trials sampling studios in town in search of the perfect fitness community. This week I wanted to share 3 things you should consider when searching for your fitness haven.
- The Goldilocks Effect
Your workout routine should be not too hard, not too easy, but just right. For some reason, we love to use extreme muscle soreness as bragging rights. I do not believe in “no pain no gain” or “pain is weakness leaving the body.” Sometimes pain (especially the type where you don’t walk right for a week) is your body’s way of saying I am not quite ready for that. On the flip side, if you skip out the door thinking that was a piece of cake it was probably too easy. The just right workout leaves you feeling accomplished, challenged, and motivated to come back the next day. - Fun Factor
Our bodies are made to move and it should be fun! Maybe it’s the music, the people, or the type of workout that makes you smile. Find a work out routine that is enjoyable for you. This is your personal time to refresh and take care of yourself. - Variety
We saved the best for last. Our bodies need to be strong in a wide range of movement patterns. If we don’t provide new challenges; our physical progress plateaus, we lose motivation, and we get bored. Flexibility, cardio, and strength are all important components to consider. Find a work out routine that incorporates multiple movement patterns and types of exercise. Unfortunately, many boutique studios only offer one type of class. This is a dangerous trap to fall into.
There is no one size fits all exercise prescription. The most important part is to get moving in a safe and controlled environment.
Improve Your Fitness With a Physical Therapist in Waco, TX, at Compleo Waco
At Compleo we offer CompleoFIT with each day of the week offering a different type of workout. As a physical therapist in Waco, TX, I have supervised the development of our fitness program to allow safe modifications so all levels can find the “just right” level of difficulty. No matter where you are on