Setting attainable fitness objectives will make it much easier to find the drive to work out on a regular basis. You will have something to strive for, which will motivate you to keep going. To minimize burnout and injury, keep your goals manageable and gradually work up to your larger ambitions. Coming up with fitness goals should always be the first step toward a life-long journey.
1. Exercise
After coming up with attainable fitness goals, the next thing that a student needs to do is to get out there and start exercising. It is important to emphasize that for people who have never exercised before and are intimidated by the notion of starting, it does not have to be a complicated and costly commitment. You can achieve excellent results at home, especially if you are just starting out, because the effects will come faster at first.
Adults require at least 150 minutes of exercise every week (a combination of strength and cardiovascular training), which is not much considering how much it improves our quality of life, from lowering the risk of physical and mental diseases to maintaining bone and muscle health and increasing ‘feel-good’ chemicals like dopamine and serotonin.
2. Plan outdoor and exercise activities with friends and classmates
People frequently wind up meeting friends over food and drinks, which may be costly and unhealthy. So why not stay fit while socializing? You can always plan for outdoor activities with friends, such as hiking. There are several great hiking destinations in the country that you can consider.
There is numerous beginner to high-level hiking and cycling routes around the country, making it an excellent way to explore different regions. The majority of these are free and open to the general public. Make a day of it by packing a nutritious picnic.
3. Take it slowly at first
It takes time for your body to become acclimated to regular exercise, so keep your exercises brief and reasonable when you first begin. A baseline of twenty minutes three times a week is sufficient. If that is too simple, you can always increase the difficulty.
Our muscles and tendons stiffen when we are not moving. That is why it is critical to begin each workout with a warmup. Stretching your muscles or going for a short walk will prepare your body for a run or strength training session. It is a simple procedure, but it’s critical for injury prevention.
4. Join a Sports Club
Joining a sports club is arguably the most enjoyable and simple fitness recommendation for students. Some institutions provide low-cost membership to various sports clubs ($40-60 a year, with the option of joining numerous clubs). Some allow you to try out a new activity, such as Fencing or Muay Thai, and even represent the institution. Sports clubs provide an excellent opportunity to meet and bond with other students. Aside from the physical benefits of sports, these clubs play a vital role in forming a well-rounded personality. At the very least, international students should participate in Global Campus Events, which feature a variety of regular events, including sporting competitions.