If you are getting ready to start a health and fitness journey a military-style workout might be your first step.
Starting a new weight loss program can be slow. You have to find the time to work out and you have to choose exercise that you enjoy and get you the results you want. Once you reach that point you need to reach a certain level of intensity that helps you lose fat. And that’s just the exercise portion of a good weight loss program!
If you’ve ever hit the gym in January or February you’ll know that it is packed with people with their good intentions and fitness goals in their minds. By March these numbers start to die down. Why? There are a few reasons for this:
- Lack of results
- Lack of motivation because of boredom
- Lack of discipline
When working out by yourself, these things become pitfalls you may encounter. There is a solution, and it’s called bootcamp.
Yes – it’s exactly how the name sounds; it has a strict military feel. Bootcamps have become pretty popular recently. Their goal is to get you started on your fat loss journey by giving you the results to keep you motivated. Lot’s of people have said that they would stick to their fitness program if they could just start seeing results. It’s hard to wait for results to show up and it can take a month or two for you to notice anything. Bootcamps are designed to help you jump-start the process with a challenging, but safe, workout.
Bootcamps are taught by trainers who have lots of experience with this type of program. To keep with their militaristic feel, bootcamp classes are often held in the early morning for at least an hour. Classes are taken through drills that involve high intensity cardio and weight training. Your entire body is worked during the hour long class.
The classes are held at least two times a week for a certain number of weeks. Classes are often small so the instructor can pay attention to everyone. It’s not easy, but you will notice a change in your body that you didn’t think was possible in such a short time.
The key to bootcamp programs is the willingness to follow the program. The program is primarily about exercise but you will probably touch upon food plans too. Combining both will get you the best results.
The benefits of such a program are:
- Self-confidence
- Getting started on a road to a healthier lifestyle
- The knowledge you need to keep going after bootcamp is over
If you are having trouble sticking to your fitness goals bootcamp might be just what you need! As always, you may want to consult your doctor before starting a weight loss program.
