Celebrity Post: Desi Bartlett - For lasting fitness, take it slow
For some of you, getting in to a regular fitness routine seems impossible but believe me it is manageable and it is worth it! I have almost 20 years experience in the fitness and yoga arenas; I'd like to share some basic tips and suggestions that will help you get started in the new year.
1. How do I burn the most calories? (long, low intensity; short, high intensity; intervals?)
Both! The more you mix it up, the less likely your body is to become completely accustomed to the intensity. Interval training helps to reduce weight loss plateaus. Try both types of intervals.
2. Does it matter what time of day I exercise?
Some people say that working out first thing in the morning before you eat- will lead to greater weight loss. The idea is that you are more readily accessing fat stores as your fuel source. I say, anytime is a great time to exercise. Make it work for you and your schedule. Exercise adherence is more important than time of day.
3. Do you have any tips on staying motivated and sticking with an exercise regimen?
Recruit a friend or family member to join you. Even if they are not actually working out with you, you can have a designated check in day to talk about your results. It is amazing how knowing that you will be sharing your results with a friend can motivate you to work a little harder.
My first fitness love is yoga and I've created a yoga DVD called Yoga for Beginners. I think it's a great way to take your first step into fitness. And if you're already a fitness buff, it's a perfect introduction to the practice of yoga. So give it a try!
1. What are the benefits of yoga?
There are countless benefits of Yoga! Some of these include:
Increased strength and flexibility
Increased sense of inner calm
Greater core strength
Better Balance
Increased energy
Better digestion
Better posture
The list goes on and on! My favorite word in Sanskrit (the language of yoga) is Ananda. Ananda means bliss. Yoga brings forth our innate bliss. It just helps you to feel great!
2. What if I can't even touch my toes?! Can I do yoga?
I always remind people that you do not have to be flexible to do Yoga- Yoga makes you flexible! Maybe you can't touch your toes today, but give it 6 weeks, and you will definitely see an improvement. Yoga and flexibility training, like any other training- yields results with practice. The more you do it, the easier it will get.
3. There are so many types of yoga! How are they all different?
Hatha Yoga is the grandmother of all Yoga styles in the West. 'Ha' means sun and 'tha,' means moon. There is an inherent sense of balance that is present in this philosophy. From there the next 3 major styles to evolve were; Iyengar (hallmarked by the use of props), Ashtanga (a vigorous set sequence of postures), and Vinyasa (translated as flow)- this style incorporates fluidity and grace as well as a strong physical practice. My personal favorite is Vinyasa because there is so much freedom in the movement. I enjoy having a sense of grace and strength united in one practice.
4. Will yoga help me lose weight?
Yoga can help increase circulation, digestion, maintain balance in the body and strengthen your muscles. You probably will not see a huge weight loss from Yoga (mix it with cardio!), but it will definitely help to streamline your physique. Not only that but it will make your body feel great!
Take it slow and keep it up. You will soon begin to look better and feel better!
Love, Desi
Darlene Siddons on January 27, 2009 at 09:27 AM
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Gayle Powell on February 09, 2009 at 03:12 PM
These are great tips and a wonderful explanation of some of the benefits of yoga!