1. Join a gym! We are fairly lucky in GC. There's a plethora of high quality gyms right in our own backyard. Some of the bigger names are Healthtrax, NYSC, LA Fitness, Xsport and CrossFit and there's also a number of smaller studios such as The Personal Training Studio, The Physical Fitness Center and Studio Strength- just to name a few.
2. Go to said gym. Womp womp, I know. But this is one thing that cannot be outsourced. You actually need to go. And exercise. Hey- at least most gyms are now set up so can actually watch TV while and exercising!
3. Just get outside and run or walk a few days a week. It's not magic. You have to get out and move. Even if you work out regularly, an extra walk/run just a couple of times per week can be enough to get you out of a rut or over your plateau. If you're a nature lover, head to the Garden City bird sanctuary. If you're a window shopper, head to 7th Street. The only thing I wouldn't recommend is pulling a Bill Clinton and running to the local McDonalds (unless of course you're running for office and want to secure a few more votes from "mainstream" America).
4. Get a trainer. Just joining a gym isn't enough for some of us. You might find it more effective if you have someone to hold you accountable. Plus, you won't get stuck in a workout rut. And hopefully you find one who's fun to be around which makes going to the gym a social as well as a physical outlet.
5. Plan your meals and grocery shop in advance. I love www.cookinglight.com and www.extremelyfit.com for healthy, delicious recipes. Try making your week's menu on a Saturday or Sunday so healthy meals are ready for the week. For an easier way out, swing by Food For Thought on Seventh Street and pick up a couple of meal's worth of food. If you're lucky, their amaaaazing carrot cake will be available that day.
6. Get a spray tan or try a self tanner. It may sound silly, but a little bit of bronze on your skin puts a little pep in your step. You may feel a little more ready to start wearing those tanks and short sleeve shirts with a little added color. Xsport actually offers this service in the gym, so you can grab a tan after your workout. Neutrogena MicroMist Tanning Sunless Spray will give you color just a few hours after spraying it on. So no long wait for color to build-up. Beach Bum Tanning and Airbrush Salon has locations in Greenvale and East Meadow. It's a lot healthier for your skin than going for a fake & bake or laying out in your backyard.
7. Try a juice cleanse (this is not for everyone) or just go a few days with an emphasis on the veggies, fruits and lots of water. A summer shape-up isn't instantaneous but it's possible with a little forethought!
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