“Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.” 
~ John F. Kennedy

September's Physical Fitness Tip of the Month: 

Weight Training For Beginners 

As with anything, you need your health habits to be well rounded. That means eating right and exercising correctly. Who knew there was a wrong way to exercise?

As much as you might like, you really shouldn't go full force with your cardio exercises and skip the weights. Strength and power training are just as important as endurance. When all are combined, you build and tone more muscle, increase your resting metabolic rate, fight cardiovascular disease, and just generally feel better. Plus, you'll be able to carry more groceries in from the car without being as out of breath. What a deal! 

We've put together a couple of simple beginners' weight workout. Please feel free to adjust this to your needs, as no two bodies are the same. 

Workout One

• Squats
  • 3 sets of 8-10 reps
  • 2 minutes rest between sets
• Bench Press
  • 3 sets of 8-10 reps
  • 2 minutes rest between sets
• Rows
  • 3 sets of 8-10 reps
  • 2 minutes rest between sets

Workout Two

• Deadlifts
  • 3 sets of 6-8 reps
  • 2 minutes rest between sets
• Pull-Ups (or Lat Pull-Downs)
  • 3 sets of 8-10 reps
  • 2 minutes rest between sets
• Overhead Shoulder Press
  • 3 sets of 8-10 reps
  • 2 minutes rest between sets

Disclaimer: Be mindful of your physical abilities and medical conditions.  Be physically active at your own pace and respect your body's limitations.  The Raeda Group, PLLC provides these tips only as suggestions for a healthier body.