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weight, get fit, lower your cholesterol
or just feel better about your health, there are tools available
to help you through. You may feel fit and be thin through
your dance training, but it is still important to determine
your eating style and whether or not it is the most healthy
option for your body, to maximise your energy and strength
in class and on the stage. So once you know your eating style
check out the suggestions below and begin your journey to
feeling great!
"Habits are like a comfortable bed. Easy to get into
but very hard to get out of"
Please note: As a dancer, most
of us are fortunate to engage in regular physical activity,
however, some dance classes are not necessarily a great work
out, particularly if you do not put in your maximum effort.
It is important to note that different styles of dance and
the length of class will have an effect on the strength building
and/or cardio work out you achieve. If you are not doing at
least 3 good classes a week, it can be important to supplement
dance with gymnasium and Pilates work. These will also further
strengthen your body, increase your fitness and allow you
to make the most out of every dance lesson.
Weight Battlers
Your primary step to success will be in your ability to focus
on the emotional issues that trigger food choices. Often mood
can influence the type and quantity of food that we eat. By
identifying the emotional triggers and replacing current behaviours
with new habits, you can increase your likelihood of success.
Steps you can take:
Look at the types of food that are on hand in your kitchen
every day
Look at exercise as a way of life rather than a quick fix
Start to set realistic and achievable goals and measure these
regularly
We recommend:
One on One Personal Training
Gravity Pilates Training
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Eating Triggers
Portion Distortion
Indulgers
You tend to have a total kilojoule intake that exceeds your
daily requirement and an increasingly high intake of fat.
By continuing to consume a high fat diet you are increasing
your risk of heath problems such as high blood pressure, high
cholesterol and diabetes. These can often go unnoticed until
later in life, especially if you are not overweight.
Advice:
You need to reduce your total food intake and most importantly
moderate your intake of high fat foods. In addition, you need
to monitor your activity levels. It is advisable that you
undertake a structured activity plan and get regular health
check ups. By tackling those potentially dangerous eating
habits today, you prevent health problems in the future!
We recommend:
Gravity Pilates Training
Cardio Blast Classes
Spin, Cycling classes
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Lower fat food options
10 Feel full fundamentals
Half Hearted
Improvers
You start out with good intentions but lack the motivation
and/or education to achieve success.
Advice:
You need to focus on gaining
a good understanding of what constitutes a healthy eating
and exercise plan. Rather than thinking daily about what you
will eat and when you will exercise you need to focus on changing
long term habits. You can do this by structuring a plan that
suits your lifestyle. Remember………Diets are
not a quick fix. Changing your habits for life will see you
achieve long term health benefits.
We recommend:
Pilates mat / reformer
Gravity Pilates Training
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Balancing my food groups
The Glycaemic index
Sensible Moderates
You don't spend too much time thinking about your health.
You have never been overweight, never thought much about what
you eat, and tend not to exercise enough.
Advice:
Exercise is a necessary component of any lifestyle for health
maintenance. You should begin an activity that will increase
your bone density, increase your cardiovascular health and
complement your already healthy eating plan.
We recommend:
Pilates mat
Pilates reformer
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7 good reasons for making muscle
Physical activity guidelines
Health Zealots
You tend to revolve much of your life around being healthy.
You eat well, exercise well and avoid anything 'unhealthy'.
To continue on this path we encourage good eating habits and
recommend regular exercise. Many of you may find problems
arise from reaching a plateau in your training regime or boredom
with your current eating and exercise program.
Advice:
To maintain variety and promote continued success: change
your routine regularly, try new foods, experiment with recipe
ideas and challenge yourself to get out of your comfort zone.
Try a new dance style or new gym class and enjoy the challenge!
Who knows, you could end up loving break dance or salsa lessons
and receive a great workout at the same time!
We recommend:
One on One Personal Training
Power Pilates / Cardio Pilates
Seek information on:
What is a plateau?
Breaking through Plateaus
© Written by Kate McMullen
September 2007
Kate McMullen is a member
of the team at InsideOut Health, Adelaide's Premier Pilates
Studio in Norwood.
InsideOut Health Studio delivers the widest variety of Pilates
formats in Adelaide, with specific
programs focused on strengthening the body, particularly the
abdominals, and improving posture and wellbeing. The highly
qualified and experienced team of Pilates Practitioners, Personal
Trainers & Weight Management Coaches work closely with
each individual to achieve their personal health, fitness
and strength goals. If you
have any questions or enquiries, please don't hesitate to
contact InsideOut Health Studio info@insideouthealth.com.au
www.insideouthealth.com.au
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