Stay Injury-Free and Fabulous: Eva’s Top Tips for Effective Wellness Workouts

I was asked to share some of my basic top tips when exercising for my wellness, so here’s a little insight for you.

Top Tips:

Firstly, I maintain proper form:

Prevention is better than cure, and this is especially true when it comes to wellness exercise. Whether I’m lifting weights, doing crunches, planking, or engaging in any other exercise, I focus on maintaining good posture and engaging my core muscles throughout the movement. Think of it like a soldier standing to attention – you want to be straight and strong, not floppy like a wet noodle.

I breathe correctly:

Breathing “rhythmically” is crucial during exercises. I exhale as I contract my muscles (the hardest part of the exercise) and inhale as I release or relax. This controlled breathing helps me maintain stability and prevents straining. Picture a serene yoga guru.

I start slowly:

Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither is a fit body. I start with the basics and gradually progress as my strength improves. Going too hard too soon can lead to strain or injury – and let’s face it, nobody wants to hobble around like a sore penguin after an overzealous workout.

I like quality, not quantity:

It’s not about how many reps I can do, but how effectively I perform each rep. I ensure that I’m using the right muscles and that my form is correct. Once I can perform an exercise with perfect form, then I consider increasing the number of reps or the resistance. Think of it as perfecting a dance move before attempting it on a crowded dance floor – you don’t want to end up stepping on toes.

I’d love to hear about your own experiences – what top tips or tricks have worked for you? Got any burning questions about exercise or fitness? Drop them in the comments, and I’ll be happy to help! If there’s a specific aspect of fitness you’d like to learn more about.

Eva x