September, like January, is the month of good intentions par excellence. If once again, with going back to school, you have proposed to return to training, this time take it seriously. Enough of paid memberships to later not go to the gym or days in which you get carried away by laziness. Physical exercise helps regulate the improvement of mood. It facilitates the management of negative emotions such as anger and rage. Another great benefit is that it also helps us improve the quality of sleep. There are no tricks, there are no magic formulas, from BAZAAR our advice is that you start, change begins with action, with decision making.
Start, don't hesitate, don't hesitate, invest in your health. This will bring you happiness and satisfaction in the long term, think how far you could go, in the great change you would experience in a few months if you start today. The experts at Brooklyn Fitboxing, one of the Spanish companies specialized in fitness that have grown the most in recent years despite the pandemic, give us the keys to set a sports routine that makes you feel good.
Returning to training after a long break is very challenging, but the beginning of September is also the ideal time to jump on the bandwagon. "Take advantage of the fact that you are loaded with good intentions to start practicing sports. Our main advice is that you choose an activity that you enjoy and that makes you finish the class with charged batteries," explains Jesús Blanco, Brooklyn Fitboxing master trainer. For some it will be yoga, for others functional training with the body itself, others will prefer strength exercises with weights or hitting the bag. The question is to move. Although, at the beginning it will be more difficult to resume activity and the resistance will not be the same, as soon as you start training consistently, muscle memory will be activated and it improves quickly.
It is perhaps the first and most important gadget you need, because with a smart watch you can measure absolutely all your progress. From if you reach the 10,000 daily steps recommended by the WHO to if you are closer or further from eight hours of sleep to recover, daily record of calories ingested and expended in training, active zone minutes, water consumption , your pulsations... In addition to a wrist trainer, with the Fitbit Sense you can meditate and you will always have the record of your mobile phone at hand. It's even compatible with Alexa. One of the most complete bracelets on the market in which it is undoubtedly worth investing this course.
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If you have decided to start running or prepare for a race, the Under Armor UA HOVR is your shoe, as it has the latest adaptive upper technology and foam to cushion your footprint. Investing in a good model of shoes is key to avoiding injuries and hurting ourselves in the race, well above the beautiful design that this American firm that triumphs among rugby players usually has. In recent years it has become highly specialized in runners and is designed for runners looking for the best possible protection during their training.
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It's quite a trend and even men have given in to compression leggings: the tights that adapt to the body perfectly and are all the rage on Amazon. Not surprisingly, this model is among the best sellers. Because? The main reason is that this sports top prevents injuries: by offering greater support, they put more pressure on the muscle and help it warm up more quickly, avoiding extra efforts and preventing possible ailments. If we add to this that the prevailing trends have turned them into a garment suitable not only for being at home or exercising, but also for going out on the street, we can explain their success in sales.
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The Nike brand is one of the most desired by sports lovers in terms of practicality, design and functionality. Their jerseys help keep athletes and gym goers cooler, drier and lighter thanks to breathable fabric that wicks away sweat and regulates body temperature. That is why this short-sleeved Dri-Fit Technology and regular fit model is among the best sellers on Amazon.
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If you're going to start practicing with the pull-up bar, do calisthenics in a park, or sign up for a CrossFit box, don't forget to pack some street straps in your backpack. Among the characteristics of this product stands out the grip, its wide velcro and a larger reinforced buckle for greater support and a double fabric to provide more protection. They are 100% breathable, waterproof and you can wash them as many times as you want. It is essential to keep your hands free of calluses, as they can open from friction and that is also an injury.
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With a single accessory you can burn more calories than running. So it is worth getting a jump rope, which hardly takes up space to train in a short time. "You can burn between 300 and 450 calories in 30 minutes, depending on the intensity. It has been said that with a good jump rope training we burn 10 to 13 calories per minute," say the coaches. The Velites brand is one of the most valued to avoid having to invest several times in the same thing: made of aluminum, it is ideal for double jumps.
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You don't have to wait for the imminent wardrobe change at the end of the summer to know that your sock drawer is crying out for a makeover. This pack from Puma that is a hit in sales has a partial plush sole for good cushioning and comfort. They can be machine washed and their elastic ribbing at the top ensures good support, so you can wear them high up, following the prevailing trends. Each pack includes six.
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A roller to do abdominals in the salon is one of the most useful accessories for less price and that take up little space to have your own gym at home. The so-called six pack or chocolate tablet could be within your reach, although for this you need exercise, perseverance, correct nutrition and this effective and easy-to-use tool. Keep in mind that the abdomen is the center of our body, having that toned and strong area generates protection and creates a global balance, so the benefits are very interesting. Holding the wheel with both hands, one on each side, you have to start turning the roller forward as you stretch your arms and lean your trunk forward. You have to respect the curvature of the back naturally and prevent the hips from descending so that the lower back does not suffer. Then you have to go back to return to the starting position.
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Investing in a non-slip mat is essential both to start yoga and to practice sports at home without digging your knees into the ground. You will need it for exercises like push-ups and sit-ups or planks. The main purpose of a yoga mat is to provide support and adequate traction. The thickness and material determine the amount of support; Traction is what allows you to maintain balance while performing your postures. This model available at a click on Amazon is really worth it.
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With these elastic resistance bands and all their accessories included, it's like having a gym at home that's tailored to you and for much less than the cost of a monthly fee. The pack of elastic fitness bands includes 5 latex tubes with various resistances to adjust the intensity of the exercise and adapt to the level of training. Designed for all audiences, it allows rehabilitation and injury recovery, warm-up, resistance, bodybuilding, toning, fat reduction, yoga, Pilates...
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This tool has been on the market for years, but it gained fame and visibility as a result of home confinement, at which time it swept sales. People went crazy to buy free weights, rubber bands, exercise bikes and, of course, steppers. With a price below 50 euros and occupying much less space than the aforementioned devices, the main function of this device is that it becomes a comfortable tool to be able to perform cardio at home without having to travel distances or go outside. Through short steps at high speeds on the pedals of the contraption, areas such as the calves, buttocks and quadriceps are activated while the heart rate increases and the body enters an aerobic phase.
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The TRX, in addition to being very manageable (folded it occupies the size of 2 fists), it can be anchored anywhere (doors, trees, pergolas, etc.), and above all, it is a tool that allows you to work absolutely any part of the body in a very functional way and with your own body weight. When you use it, you notice the difference right away, especially in comfort and quality of the material. In addition, it offers great durability even when used outdoors. And the rubber grip doesn't get dirty or worn down as much as the foam grip. Reach next level intensity by creating unlimited workout variations.
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