Complete Fitness Guide: Exercise, Nutrition & Wellness
Transform your body and mind with evidence-based fitness strategies, nutrition guidance, and wellness tips for a healthier lifestyle
Fitness by the Numbers
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150 min
Weekly moderate exercise recommended
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75 min
Weekly vigorous exercise alternative
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2+ days
Strength training per week
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50%
Reduced risk of chronic disease
Exercise Categories
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Cardiovascular
- • Running & Jogging
- • Cycling
- • Swimming
- • Dancing
- • Jump Rope
- • Rowing
Benefits: Heart health, endurance, calorie burn, mood boost
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Strength Training
- • Weight Lifting
- • Bodyweight Exercises
- • Resistance Bands
- • Functional Training
- • Powerlifting
- • Calisthenics
Benefits: Muscle growth, bone density, metabolism, functional strength
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Flexibility
- • Yoga
- • Pilates
- • Stretching
- • Tai Chi
- • Foam Rolling
- • Mobility Work
Benefits: Range of motion, injury prevention, stress relief, posture
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Balance
- • Balance Training
- • Stability Ball
- • Bosu Ball
- • Single-leg Exercises
- • Core Stability
- • Proprioception
Benefits: Fall prevention, coordination, core strength, stability
Weekly Workout Structure
Beginner Program
Monday 30 min Walk + Stretching
Tuesday Bodyweight Strength
Wednesday Rest or Light Yoga
Thursday 30 min Cardio
Friday Full Body Strength
Weekend Active Recovery
Intermediate Program
Monday Upper Body Strength
Tuesday 45 min Cardio + Core
Wednesday Lower Body Strength
Thursday HIIT Training
Friday Full Body Circuit
Weekend Long Cardio + Flexibility
Fitness Nutrition Essentials
⏰ Pre-Workout
- • Timing: 30-60 minutes before
- • Focus: Carbohydrates for energy
- • Examples: Banana, oatmeal, toast
- • Hydration: 16-20 oz water
- • Avoid: High fat/fiber foods
🏃 During Workout
- • Hydration: 6-8 oz every 15-20 min
- • Long sessions: Sports drinks (60+ min)
- • Electrolytes: For intense/hot conditions
- • Listen: To your body's signals
- • Avoid: Overeating during exercise
🥗 Post-Workout
- • Timing: Within 30-60 minutes
- • Protein: 20-30g for muscle repair
- • Carbs: Replenish glycogen stores
- • Examples: Protein shake, Greek yogurt
- • Hydration: Replace fluid losses
⚠️ Common Fitness Mistakes to Avoid
Training Mistakes
- Doing too much too soon (overtraining)
- Skipping warm-up and cool-down
- Poor form and technique
- Not allowing adequate recovery time
- Focusing only on cardio or only on strength
Lifestyle Mistakes
- Inadequate sleep (less than 7-9 hours)
- Poor nutrition and hydration
- Setting unrealistic expectations
- Comparing yourself to others
- Ignoring stress management
🎯 Setting SMART Fitness Goals
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Specific
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Measurable
A
Achievable
R
Relevant
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Time-bound
Example Goals:
- • "I will run a 5K in under 30 minutes within 12 weeks"
- • "I will strength train 3x per week for the next 8 weeks"
- • "I will lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks through diet and exercise"
- • "I will increase my bench press by 20 pounds in 6 months"