The most popular New Year’s resolutions consistently revolve around exercise, fitness, and health. This year, set yourself up for success by understanding more about what makes a good exercise program and what fun (yes, I said fun!) options for exercise in Birmingham there are!
There are four main types of exercise: strength, aerobic, flexibility, and balance. All four are important to your overall health, and many exercise programs incorporate more than one, or maybe even all, of them. Below, I’ve broken down each type of exercise to give you a better idea of what each one looks like and what types of workouts typically focus on that aspect of your health. This list is just a start to help you find exercise programs that you will love and that will help you achieve your fitness goals.
For any type of exercise, if you have medical conditions or physical limitations that might increase your risk of injury, consult your doctor before beginning. If you feel lost trying exercises on your own, consider taking a class led by a professional, hiring a personal trainer, or working out with that friend who loves the gym.
1. Strength
Although it is often overlooked by women, strength training is so important! In addition to helping you carry car seats and lift toddlers, strength training builds muscle mass to decrease bone loss and the risk of osteoporosis as you age, aid in weight management, decrease joint pain, improve posture, and lower blood sugar.
Exercises to Try:
Barre classes at barre3 or Pure Barre…