A Balanced Approach to Better Fitness

    Many professional athletes and even non pros alike find that they realize better results in their fitness efforts when they adopt a variety of workouts. What happens if you focus only on a single muscle group each day? Well - you will probably notice improved muscle tone in that area of your body and little gain in others.

    If you want to enjoy better health and fitness - you might enjoy trying the same tactics the pros use. Vary your workouts. Enjoy a wide variety of exercises and even different sports. Many great tennis players learned excellent footwork while playing youth soccer.

    Most cheerleaders also use gymnastics to keep their bodies flexible and healthy! Tiger Woods was widely known for lifting weights and going above and beyond in his fitness workouts. Andre Agassi worked out with weights - developing upper body strength and better leg strength on alternate days. Most athletes jog several miles most days of the week.

    If you want better results - try something different! Pick up a new sport or two. Not only will you have more fun - you'll probably see better results in your overall fitness in a matter of weeks!

    No need to spend a bunch of cash joining a gym or fancy health club. Grab a basketball and find the nearest outdoor goal. Air up those tires and head out for an energizing bike ride! Enjoy the milder Spring temperatures and get your body toned and fit! Even the simple act of walking can yield amazing results. Walk as fast as you dare. Swing those arms while you walk. Or carry some extra weight around your waist.

    The next time you happen by a local schoolyard - check out how much fun the children are having simply chasing each other around the playground. Grab a jump-rope and give your whole body a great little workout. The possibilities are nearly endless.

   Try a variety of new workouts - and vary your pace. Work your body hard for a minute or so and then slow back down to an easier pace. Feel your lungs expanding and your heart pumping. Then back off to regain your normal breathing pattern. You can burn off those extra pounds so many of us seem to gain during the colder Winter months!

    And, while your at it - make it a habit to keep eating a variety of healthy foods. Health and Medical experts agree - the quickest way to lose weight is enjoy eating healthy foods and getting some exercise every day!

Try the same game-plan the pros use - try a variety of workouts to get the best results!