4 MISTAKES NEW EXERCISERS SHOULD AVOID YES, YOUR HOME EXERCISE PLAN MATTERS! SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS
Staying physically active is crucial for our overall health, but starting an effective new exercise routine requires more than a good pair of running shoes. If you’re going to spend your time and effort exercising, you should do it right. New exercisers make many mistakes when starting out; here are four likely to throw you off track. SKIPPING WARMUPS “Walk before you run” is more than just a saying. Immediately breaking into a sprint is terrible
burnout and injury. Be realistic about what you can do without ending up in pain. Your body also needs time to recover between workouts. Take days off or work different muscles on different days so your body can rest. EXPECTING INSTANT RESULTS Rome wasn’t built in a day — and you won’t lose 50 pounds or run a marathon after a month of exercise. It takes time to improve your stamina and lose weight. Remember that the maximum healthy weight to lose is only 1–2 pounds per week; anything more can do more harm than good. Further, slow progress doesn’t mean your exercise program “isn’t working” — though it may pay to mix up your routine. The above mistakes cause many people to give up on healthy habits. Avoid them to prevent potential injury or disappointment. Finally, if you experience pain when exercising or need help creating a plan that works, Horizon Physical Therapy will gladly help you get back on track.
for your body. Your muscles need time to loosen up, so a warmup is essential to any exercise routine. But avoid static stretches you may have been taught in school; a “dynamic” warmup incorporates movement to get your blood pumping and muscles ready for what comes next. AVOIDING WEIGHTS The gym can feel intimidating, and the treadmill looks a lot easier to master than many of the weight machines, so many people stick to cardio only. But it takes more to maintain the strength essential to balance and injury prevention. Further, while many women worry about becoming too muscular, a typical weight program will not create visible biceps. However, weight training does help you burn fat faster! DOING TOO MUCH TOO SOON It’s exciting to start something new, and many people want to prove their commitment and give their new fitness routine their all. But exercising too hard and too long too quickly will lead to
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Hoisin-Glazed Pork Chops Inspired by TheModernProper.com
These savory and sweet pork chops are covered in a flavorful hoisin glaze and take only 30 minutes!
Ingredients
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2 tbsp water
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2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp minced ginger 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
4 boneless pork chops (about 2 lbs)
3/4 tsp salt
2 tbsp sesame oil Cilantro (optional)
2 tbsp rice vinegar
Directions 1.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, simmer garlic, ginger, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and water. Whisk occasionally until mixture is fully incorporated (about 4 minutes). Set aside. 2. Lightly salt pork chops. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil and wait until smoking. Place pork in skillet and cook until browned (3-4 minutes on each side, depending on thickness of pork chops). 3. Remove pork chops from skillet and transfer to a cutting board. Let rest for 5 minutes. 4. Drizzle hoisin mixture over pork chops and top with cilantro if desired.
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