#360fit: Why you should mix up your workouts

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  • Would you go to brunch, see various delicious dishes laid out in front of you, and only choose to eat one thing? Of course not! So why would you do that with your workout routine?

    We are creatures of habit, but few know the benefits that mixing up your workout can actually have on your body.

    Since the beginning of time, the human body has been able to adapt to whatever it is forced to endure, and that isn’t different when you exercise. If you do the same workout repeatedly, you’ll soon stop seeing results. This means that weight loss can become more difficult when you don’t switch up your gym routine.

    Additionally, one of the main issues with repeated exercise is exhausting the same muscles and joints over and over again, leading to possible injury. Recovering from exercise is crucial for building muscle and avoiding serious issues.

    For instance, by alternating a high-intensity class like CrossFit with a soothing Yin Yoga session, you give your body a chance to recover from the intense pressure forced upon it due to the tough exercise and allow your sore muscles to heal. Even better, by varying your workout routine, you’ll work out new parts of your body, discover muscles you didn’t even know you had, and see results faster since your body won’t plateau.

    Perhaps the most relevant reason why you should introduce new and exciting workouts to your routine is for the fun factor. Many people become easily bored when exercising, but trying different workouts and learning new skills can keep you motivated and focused as there’s always a new challenge ahead – especially if your body plateaus and you stop seeing the results that you were hoping for.

    By varying, you’re sure to always have fun and take advantage of the best of what each workout has to offer. From the calorie-burning effects of cycling to the muscle-toning benefits of barre, the high intensity cardio workout of boxing, and the wow-factor of aerial silks – including these different disciplines into your fitness routine means you’ll have an exciting new workout every day of the week.

    Our favorite reason for keeping a varied fitness routine is that doing so means we always get to meet new and interesting people. If you have ever hung out with a group of yogis, Muay Thai boxers, or hard core runners, you’ll realize that you have a lot to learn from them and will surely make some great friends along the way.

    How can you leave the same old routine behind and start mixing things up? Here are three tips:

    1) GO LEFT-FIELD 

    If you only practice one type of exercise, for instance running, try something completely different. Take one day of the week and try swimming or dance. Just look for something that completely escapes your comfort zone.

    2) DIG DEEPER

    If you’re a regular gym goer, look for classes at your gym that you haven’t considered before. For example, f you attend a martial arts studio and only practice boxing, why not give Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Capoeira a try? You might discover that you like something new without having to venture very far from the usual.

    3) GET GUAVA PASS

    If you just really want to shake things up, try a fitness app that gives you variety and flexibility. GuavaPass offers a variety of classes from circuit training to pole dancing and everything in between. The app allows you to search, discover and book new classes and fitness studios, allowing you to have a blast while improving your fitness.

    There’s a world of new and exciting challenges out there to be undertaken, so why go to brunch and only taste the Caesar Salad? Try a little bit of everything and your body and mind will thank you for it.

    GuavaPass is the first and largest fitness community of its kind in Dubai, offering an unlimited membership to group fitness classes at over 70 top studios across the city. Find out more at guavapass.com/sport360/dubai.

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