It's back to school, and when you come back you say goodbye to the idyllic summer vacation and hello to the stress of the office, transport and everyday worries. So what better than a fitness program to avoid falling into the nets of a bad seasonal depression? Marieclaire.fr asked some super-tips to annedubndidu , blogger fashion, travel but also (and especially!), Sport.
Back to school is the perfect opportunity to resume good habits. But beware, it is not about upsetting your daily life by getting up at 5am and go running before the cry of the rooster!
Gentle but safe recovery
You may have let yourself go during the holidays. In September, we do away with the past. Forget all your complexes (weight, level ...), we were all beginners one day. Take charge and dare to take some steps to resume a sporting activity. Specify it when you meet the sports associations or the coaches, they will be able to help you and propose activities adapted to your level. Remember to take a small appointment with your doctor to take stock of your health but also to get your medical certificate that will allow you to register for a sport. It can also advise you of adapted physical activities if you have health problems (sensitive cervical, knees accident).
Choice of sport
It is essential to choose a sports activity that you like and motivates you. Do not follow your neighbor's open space in the latest trendy activity if you do not want to. If you enjoy going out and doing your workout, you will always be motivated all year round. In addition to choosing your sport, the place where this activity takes place is also essential: close to either your place of work or your home to minimize transport (and the stress that it causes). If you spend 1 hour in transport for 30 minutes of gluteal abs, you will have in a few weeks an excellent excuse not to go there. Also think about testing different disciplines if you hesitate ... or different teachers of the same activity. It is important that you feel comfortable and motivated by your coach.
Eat balanced and sleep well
Easy to say, hard to follow. Certainly. But in September, we try. Sleeping well is essential for both your health and your weight. An adult needs at least 7h of sleep! Set a time when you have to turn off all your electronics ... then another where you have to be in your bed ready to sleep. You are allowed to calculate your bedtime according to your rising time, but try to respect this system. Balanced eating is more difficult on a daily basis, especially at lunchtime when we are all in a hurry. Try to adopt the tupperware technique by cooking a little too much for your dinner ... in order to eat the leftovers the next day at noon. Always prefer fresh produce and home-made dishes, much less fat (you know what you put in it) and much less salty. Want a snack, we prepare fruits to go.
To equip oneself to motivate oneself
It's not easy to go back to the sport, especially if you wear the old racing t-shirt and beach shorts, a bit old. We go to a sports shop, or even to a brand like H & M or Mango selling their own line of sportswear. You will find clothes adapted to the practice of physical activities and especially colorful. Wearing a good outfit is very motivating, so do not hesitate to offer one.
Stay active
Even if you can not practice sports every week, try to stay active every day. These insignificant physical activities are essential to keep the line and casually, the good mood. This involves taking the stairs instead of the elevator or escalators, walking instead of taking the bus or metro for only 1 or 2 stops. Do not hesitate to go down a metro or bus station before yours to walk a little before returning home or arriving at your place of work. This allows to be active but also acts as a decompression lock. You can find yourself a little with you, calmly, breathe some fresh air.
Now that you know how to do it and that you are motivated to go back, let's go!
