Clothes and Shoes and Stretching

Now that we have a trainer, our next concern is to be equipped with the proper shoes and clothes, so our training experience can be maximized. If your trying to create a great body you need to start with clothes and shoes that will make you feel good as well as look good! {The reason behind that is if you look and feel good you will tend to be in a motivated state of mind, and in this state we build consistency, this is where results come from.}

What kind of clothes and shoes do I need you may ask? You could spend a few hundred dollars for designer workout gear and that would make you feel and look better, but all you need is some clean and comfortable clothes and shoes. Most discount stores sell designer replicas at a fraction of the cost. I recommend layering your clothes and as you warm up take a piece of clothing off. Keeping warm helps protect your joints, until you fully warm up, so you don't get hurt. Now we have the proper equipment to get started.

Next I highly recommend incorporating a consistent stretching program, which will reduce injuries and produce greater results. I do 15 to 25 minutes per day as well as stretching in between exercises. The benefit of stretching is huge; it can make or break your training progress. As I describe training techniques each month I will go over the stretching to do for each body part. So you can achieve optimum results!!!

Here are some basic stretches you can start with to enhance your training and or walking program. Trunk Twists- Standing big and tall with good posture, feet shoulder distance apart, place your hands on your hips rotate your upper torso from right to left in a nice controlled manner. Repetitions of 15 to 30 per side will be enough. Side Stretches- also standing tall with good posture, feet shoulder distance apart, your arms hanging to your side, slowly with your head up bend from one side, then the other. This focus is on stretching the outer muscles of your abs which is the oblique {commonly referred to as love handles} Toe Touches- Standing tall with feet shoulder distance apart, arms hanging to your side, slowly, bend your torso touching your fingertips as close to your toes as you can get, without bouncing. This is a great stretch for your hamstrings and your lower back. I normally recommend finishing your stretching warm up with a series of push- ups and sit-ups. All movements are to be slow and controlled at all times. While doing these stretches stand with your knees slightly bent to alleviate the pressure off your lower back.

Remember that the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

I believe that the key of everybody's personal journey is to develop faith in yourself, your creator and the people around you. Also condition yourself to believe that there is always a way if you're committed.

If you fail just keep changing your approach until you succeed!!! Remember to always be good to yourself and others.

Live Passionately
Warmest regards,
James Spicer

Contact James at www.walkablock.com/james

---

Why You Do Not have Killer Abs or that 6 Pack Abdominal Muscle

Ask any woman what is the most attractive part of... Read More

Machines VS. Free Weights II

Machines are bad, there I said it again. How many... Read More

Bodybuilding Benefits - The Price for Confidence!

Success came to me at an early age. However, it... Read More

Lifting for the Love of It!

Over the last couple of years I have taken a... Read More

How to Lose the Most Fat and Build the Most Muscle in 30 Days

A lot can happen in 30 days.The dream of everyone... Read More

Know Your Muscle Building Exercises - The Chest

Every bodybuilder and weight trainer will have his or her... Read More

Targeting Those Trouble Spots

Wouldn't it be great if you could get rid of... Read More

Moving From Beginner To Intermediate Level Bodybuilding

By now you've made significant progress in your bodybuilding career.... Read More

Dumbbell Exercises That Suit Beginners

The aim for beginners to weight training must be to... Read More

Deep Muscle Soreness And Body-Shock Fatigue

In my experience there are two distinct types of muscular... Read More

Tips to Help You Gain Weight

There are a couple of reasons why most people fail... Read More

The Ultimate Hard Body Exercise

The Front Squat:As you may have already discovered, the squat... Read More

Exercise The Right Way - The Deadlift

Other articles in this series looked at a number of... Read More

Before and After Photos in Fitness Magazines

Some supplement companies will go to any lengths to prove... Read More

Get On the Ball: Core Stability

Have you heard the term, focus on the core? No,... Read More

Personal Training: 3 Keys to Training Clients in Their Homes

When considering your options as a personal trainer, one of... Read More

Choosing The Right Bodybuilding Supplement

Before wasting your money on a pile of bodybuilding supplements... Read More

Complete Pec Training Tips

Put these pec techniques to use and develop that full,... Read More

Planting And Nurturing Your Contacts And Resources

The success level of your bodybuilding endeavors is highly determined... Read More

Glucosamine Review and Potential Benefits

Something interesting happened as my triceps workouts continued in their... Read More

Weight Gain Myths

The vast majority of myths about weight gain are mostly... Read More

How Proper Calorie Fragmentation Improves Body Composition?

It is a well-established fact that calories control everyone's bodyweight.... Read More

Increase Your Training Intensity - Partial Repetitions

You can only build muscle tissue if you can generate... Read More

Creating An Anabolic State That Supports Muscle Growth

You can only build muscle if your body is in... Read More

How Long Should You Rest Between Muscle Building Sessions?

In an earlier article we concluded that muscles must be... Read More

Know Your Muscles - The Mid-Section

Becoming familiar with the muscles that make up your body... Read More

Add Intensity To Your Muscle Building Workout

One of the biggest difficulties facing bodybuilders is how can... Read More

Resistance Training With Your Dog

You may be wondering, "How can I possibly do resistance... Read More

The How To Guide for Six Pack Abs

First off I want to mention that, for most people,... Read More

The Basics Of Dumbells And Dumbbell Workouts

Dumbbells are integral to a long term fitness and personal... Read More

Train for the Look You Want

So the Olympics are almost upon us. While you have... Read More

Exercise The Right Way - The Incline Dumbbell Bench Press

Other articles in this series looked at a number of... Read More

The Importance Of Sets In Your Muscle Building Program

In an earlier article we looked at how repetitions contribute... Read More