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Locked in a grind, comfortable with a routine and seemingly unaware that pathway in the long-term can be detrimental, sometimes it takes something jarring to wake us up and remind us, no matter our life choices, we need variety.
Maybe it’s wise not to wait for something jarring to wake us up.
Michel Eyquem de Montaigne was one of the most significant philosophers of the French Renaissance, known for popularizing the essay as a literary genre.
An elder statesman during his time he was once quoted as expressing, “The finest souls are those that have the most variety and suppleness.”
Simple yet brilliant.
Our female sports world can benefit from variety in their health and fitness programs.
The healthy and informative site roughstrength.com concurs, “It’s like a no-brainer. The simplest and one of the most effective ways to break through training plateau is to change one of the training variables. Plateau is a sign that your body has adapted to the stimulus you’re giving it. It has no need to improve. So how do you fight with this? Change something.”
If you read Femcompetitor Magazine on a regular basis, you might draw the conclusion that we are obsessed with the talented team of Fight Pulse in the Czech Republic.
Your assessment would be correct.
We love their variety in the matches they produce and the beautiful Fem Competitors who they present.
Here are three matches that speak to that. Let’s peek in on the match descriptions.
CALYPSO VS KATNISS
While Calypso is a fit and strong lady, Katniss has experience on her side, and is at least as tough physically. FW-40 is a very dynamic high-paced match that will delight fans of competitive F/F wrestling. Body scissors fans will love this title, since the vast majority of points (all except 2) come through this hold.
https://www.fightpulse.com/female-wrestling/fw-40-katniss-vs-calypso/#content
JANE VS GISELLE
Jane and Giselle are friends and colleagues out of Fight Pulse. They have never wrestled or play fought before, and they both meet at Fight Pulse for the first time today, which means that they have never seen each other wrestle. Both of the wrestlers are extremely competitive and very aggressive. They are about to discover that about each other.
You would think that the fact that they are real life friends would make them take it easier on each other? Not at all. The match is very intense and fast-paced. Until the injury that is. Unfortunately, one of the wrestlers gets injured in the last round from an aggressive takedown, and we make a pause in the match, and continue the final round after treatment.
https://www.fightpulse.com/female-wrestling/fw-38-jane-vs-giselle/#content
KRISTI VS AKELA
After facing Jane in her very rough welcome match to Fight Pulse (FW-28), Kristi is now facing an even more experienced opponent in Akela, who can be just as aggressive as Jane. If you have watched her first match you know that Kristi is a fighter at heart, and while she was outclassed, she fought out of many of Jane’s holds by sheer brute strength and power of will. She also learned a couple of important lessons in her first match. But will she be able to utilize her new experience to pose a challenge to Akela?
https://www.fightpulse.com/female-wrestling/fw-31-akela-vs-kristi/
To help jar us out of our seats of workout complacency, we will turn our attention to an informative female writer who has some helpful insights about why we need more variety in our work outs and as important, how we can supplement and enhance.
Please enjoy.
Variety Is The Spice Of Life – And Your Workout
Finding that you’re workout has become a chore? That may well be because you lack variety in your program. There’s nothing worse than trying to make yourself do something you don’t want to do. When that happens, it becomes boring and torturous and easy to make up excuses for not doing it. – Remember back to our school days??
FACT: Doing the same exercise monotonously greatly increases your chances of giving up altogether.
It’s all too easy for us to get into a rut, especially when we’re starting a fitness program; so to avoid this you need to mix up your program to stay motivated. Variety is a great way to keep things fresh, challenging and puts the WoW back into workout.
Another great advantage to variety is not only will you stave off boredom; it also keeps challenging your body and is a better way to achieve results. Our bodies naturally adapt to changes in our exercise and keeps it on its toes – so to speak! By changing our exercises regularly we discover muscles we would’ve forgotten about which is why you’ll find you will sometimes be sore in places after trying a new movement. Now this is a good thing; as we need to push it beyond the ‘norm’ in able for it to improve. Just be sure not to overdo it as that can do some harm. Perform your exercises within your body’s capabilities.
FACT: When the body becomes complacent, it doesn’t have to work as hard and therefore your fitness and physique either plateau as well or progress very, very slowly.
How can I mix up my exercise?
They key to variety is ‘enjoyment’. You need to find activities/routines that you enjoy and then frequently mix it up. Working out in a gym is not your only option of exercise. You need to keep an open mind and be willing to try new things but before you do, make sure you consult your doctor beforehand, especially if you have any medical conditions.
FACT: As well as physical benefits, variety also provides psychological benefits.
Beach Workouts
This is a great place to work out outdoors. Cross training can be easily done here such as running, swimming, surfing, walking in soft sand and playing sport are some examples out of the many available. Your options are only limited to your imagination!
There are many advantages to beach workouts which include the following…
- The surface of the sand has some give, so when walking or running there is less stress put on your joints.
- More resistance when you walk or run because of the give in the sandy surface.
- Opportunity to meet new people.
- Your body can absorb some vitamin D from the sun.
- Your body and mind get some fresh air.
- It’s absolutely FUN!
Disadvantages to be aware of …
- You may have to run or walk on an angled surface – try finding as flat a surface as possible for safety.
Safety Issues
- Be sure to use safety measures such as sun screen, UV protection sunglasses, goggles, hat, stinger suits, and swim only when there is a lifeguard present or with a mate.
- Ask the lifeguard what you need to watch out for and the conditions expected in the area you are wishing to swim or surf.
- Be sure to never do you exercising on the beach in the middle of the day as that is when the sun is at its hottest.
- Don’t stay too long in the water or you risk developing hypothermia – where your body temperature drops below normal.
- Don’t stay to long in the sun on the beach or you risk developing hypothermia – where your body temperature becomes too high.
- Rest in the shade if you begin to feel dizzy or faint.
Basically, just use your noggin (common sense).
FACT: Ocean water is colder than pool water, so you’ll fatigue faster when swimming in the sea.
What you need to do…
- Stretching – Pre and Post workout. Before any workout you need to stretch but be sure to spend a little more time into stretching as running on the soft sand can put extra stress on your Achilles tendon.
- Hydrate your body – Drink approximately 2 decent sized glasses of water about an hour before hitting the beach and constantly drink water throughout your workout.
Hiking
If you love walking, taking a hike will be right up your alley! Start with short distances and gradually increase the distance. You don’t want to overdo it. When you are feeling more comfortable try longer weekend hikes that might include more challenging trails.
Advantages
- Scenery – more interesting surroundings.
- You will find that you spend more time doing this activity than walking around your usual route.
- Trekking over natural terrain burns more calories than brisk walking!
- Fun!
- A great day out with your family or friends.
Safety
- Notify the ranger or proper authorities when you will be there.
- Take plenty of water
- If you are going to be there for the day or longer take healthy snacks and foods.
- Wear the correct footwear and required clothing.
- Take a map and compass.
- Take your mobile phone or radio.
Cycling
The great thing about cycling is that you can do it anywhere at any time! When it’s sunny, go for a spin in the local park or with a cycling club. If it’s raining, no problem! You can use a stationary bike at home or join a spin class at your gym.
Advantages
- It’s an all-weather activity.
- It’s easier on your joints as the exercise is a non-weight-bearing exercise.
- You can vary the intensity and work different leg muscles by either sitting or standing, changing the intensity level at a flick of a switch on the handle bars, or by riding uphill or downhill.
- Great exercise for your legs and glutes.
Safety
- Ensure your bike is sized and correctly fitted for you as it can help you to avoid some preventable injuries – cycling club members, bike shop staff or your spin instructor can help with this.
- Always wear safety gear such as a helmet.
- Have water with you at all times.
- Make sure when you are riding that there is a little bend in your knee when the pedal is in the down position.
- Stretch before any exercise.
Elastic Workout Bands
Advantages
- Affordable – you can purchase elastic bands for far less than you would a home gym.
- Great for travel – you can use them anywhere at any time and are easily stored in your bag as they are light and flexible.
- Plenty of variety – the exercises that you can do with these things are limitless. If you don’t like using weights you can substitute them for elastic bands.
- Safe
- Can be more efficient than weights with some exercises.
- Great for resistance training, strength training, body toning, weight loss and speed training.
Disadvantages
- You have to tell your friends and family to get their own!
Safety
- Always stretch before and after exercising.
- Don’t overdo it – You shouldn’t do more than 8 to 12 reps on each exercise.
Other ideas to spice up your workout include…
- Fit ball workouts
- Running/jogging
- Swimming
- Aerobics/water aerobics
- Cycling
- Circuit training
- Classes – dancing, kickboxing, martial arts, aerobics, spin, etc.
- Sporting Clubs – soccer, touch football, squash, tennis, etc.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Article by Kimberley Potter, a qualified Sports Massage Therapist who specializes in Women’s Health & Fitness issues. For information and tips on Women’s Health and Fitness, please visit [http://healthyfitnesslifestyle.com]
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