Have More Fun this Autumn!

    Cooler mornings and shorter days are once again signaling the inevitable - Autumn has arrived. Trees changing colors. Halloween displays going up everywhere mark the start of yet another season of Halloween , Thanksgiving and Christmas parties! The perfect time of year to enjoy family and friends and all the seasonal foods you love!

   The last few months of the year are perfect for picking up the pace of your workouts and shedding those last few pounds before the Winter chill sets in! 


Try these Tips to help keep you going:

* Adopt a specific plan and write it down.
* Keep setting realistic goals as you go along, and remind yourself of them often.
* Keep a log to record your progress and make sure to keep it up-to-date.
* Include weight and/or percent body fat measures in your log.  Watch those Holiday goodies - Extra pounds can easily creep back.
* Upgrade your fitness program as you make progress. Go another mile - or even just a few blocks. Do a few more reps.
* Enlist the support and company of your family and friends. Get outdoors and enjoy this wonderful time of year with your loved ones!
* Update others on your successes.
* Avoid injuries by pacing yourself and including a warmup and cool down period as part of every workout.
* Reward yourself for a job well done! Splurge a little and buy that hot little dress you know you'll great in! 


Better fitness is yours for the asking. Take the steps you know you need to reach your fitness goals! And, most of all, Enjoy this beautiful and fun time of year!