6 Tips For An Effective Workout | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Health and Wellness

6 Tips For An Effective Workout

A guide on how to make every workout fun and effective!

1.3k
https://pixabay.com/photos/training-muscles-arms-blonde-828726/
Pixabay

In This Article:

Fitness is something that people take forever to work on and improve on. There are many different forms of fitness from going to the gym to sports and running, to dance and Zumba. Whether you're just getting into fitness, or have been into it forever, these tips will help make sure every work-out is effective.

1. Make a Workout Playlist 

Create a playlist on Spotify or apple music to get you motivated and pumped for a great workout! There are also many playlists already made if you don't want to make your own.

2. Ask a Friend to Join You

Having a workout buddy/friend is always nice to keep you motivated and grounded. If you don't know anyone that wants to work out, make a new friend - it's a great bonding experience! Plus you could use each other for tips and advice.

3. Set your Phone to Airplane Mode

Turn your phone OFF on airplane mode. Be focused on what you're doing and don't be distracted by your phone.

4. Have a Plan Ready

Know what you're going to do once you get to the gym so you're not wasting time. A plan is always great to have so you know what you're doing and how much time you're going to spend!

5. Stretch Stretch Stretch

ALWAYS stretch first! You don't want to injure your muscles or feel sore in a bad way the next day.

6. Keep Track of Your Workout

There are many apps available to track/keep progress of your workout. This way you can also see how you're improving over time!

These are just some general tips and honestly, you can't go wrong with working out. But keep these tips in mind to have an effective and fun workout so you feel good about yourself! Enjoy!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Kardashians
W Magazine

Whether you love them or hate them, it's undeniable the Kardashian/ Jenner family has built an enormous business empire. Ranging from apps, fashion lines, boutiques, beauty products, books, television shows, etc. this bunch has shown they are insane business moguls. Here are seven reasons why the Kardashian/ Jenner family should be applauded for their intelligent business tactics.

Keep Reading...Show less
friends
Photo by Elizeu Dias on Unsplash

If I have learned one thing in my lifetime, it is that friends are a privilege. No one is required to give you their company and yet there is some sort of shared connection that keeps you together. And from that friendship, you may even find yourself lucky enough to have a few more friends, thus forming a group. Here are just a few signs that prove your current friend group is the ultimate friend group.

Keep Reading...Show less
ross and monica
FanPop

When it comes to television, there’s very few sets of on-screen siblings that a lot of us can relate to. Only those who have grown up with siblings knows what it feels like to fight, prank, and love a sibling. Ross and Monica Geller were definitely overbearing and overshared some things through the series of "Friends," but they captured perfectly what real siblings feel in real life. Some of their antics were funny, some were a little weird but all of them are completely relatable to brothers and sisters everywhere.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Types Of Sorority Girls

Who really makes up your chapter...

4189
Sorority Girls
Owl Eyes Magazine

College is a great place to meet people, especially through Greek life. If you look closely at sororities, you'll quickly see there are many different types of girls you will meet.

1. The Legacy.

Her sister was a member, her mom was a member, all of her aunts were members, and her grandma was a member. She has been waiting her whole life to wear these letters and cried hysterically on bid day. Although she can act entitled at times, you can bet she is one of the most enthusiastic sisters.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

10 Reasons Why Life Is Better In The Summertime

Winter blues got you down? Summer is just around the corner!

3705
coconut tree near shore within mountain range
Photo by Elizeu Dias on Unsplash

Every kid in college and/or high school dreams of summer the moment they walk through the door on the first day back in September. It becomes harder and harder to focus in classes and while doing assignments as the days get closer. The winter has been lagging, the days are short and dark, and no one is quite themselves due to lack of energy and sunlight. Let's face it: life is ten times better in the summertime.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments