By Jeff Jackson
In today's culture of fast food and video games, taking some time out to worry about your fitness can be something which can make a difference to the quality of life that you lead. That's why it's important that you get the most out of your time on the treadmill. Here's our tips to ensure that your endurance, and your fitness improves, in the most efficient manner possible when spending time on the treadmill.
Warm-Up
The warm-up is often the most overlooked aspect of ensuring you get the most out of your time on the treadmill. If you fail to warm-up properly you may find that your muscles will tighten and you’re not able to push yourself as far as you otherwise would. It's also the case that failing to warm-up will increase your chances of experiencing muscle strain or cramps, which could set you back a long way on your journey to peak physical condition.
Nutrition
Before you workout, eating a large meal is a sure way to end up with cramps. That's why you have to get the right balance between having enough energy to perform and not feeling bloated. One of the best ways to achieve this middle ground is to eat food that's high in calories but low in fat. Pasta-based dishes are a great example of this, and could mean that you end up pushing yourself to the maximum.
Hydration
Staying hydrated will allow you to push yourself up to 20% further than you'd otherwise be able to. Not only that, but it will also allow you to recover in a much quicker time frame. When deciding which drink is best for you, remember to stay away from anything gassy. Some people like to drink water, however, drinking something which is able to provide energy at the same time can also be beneficial and may allow a person to feel less thirsty. While it's important to drink during your workout, you should be careful not to drink too much. If you start to feel bloated, this can be a sure way to stop you from getting the most out of your training. In order to stop this from happening, drink frequently but in small amounts.
Going The Extra Mile
Going that extra bit is the way that you’ll feel you've achieved the most from your training, and is also the only way you will continue to improve quickly. This means that every training session should involve a slightly harder workout than the last. If, for example, you ran for 20 minutes at a certain speed during your last session, then you should try to keep going for 22 minutes this time. Don't push yourself too hard, too fast, or you may find that you end up under-motivated … and you will stop training on your treadmill, altogether.
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Jeff Jackson is a fitness expert, personal trainer and contributor to Treadmilladviser.com.
