{"id":1305,"date":"2014-06-28T06:29:29","date_gmt":"2014-06-28T06:29:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/?p=1305"},"modified":"2014-06-28T06:29:29","modified_gmt":"2014-06-28T06:29:29","slug":"a-high-intensity-workout-stretch-you-can-use-all-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/a-high-intensity-workout-stretch-you-can-use-all-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"A High-Intensity Workout + Stretch You Can Use All Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

It only takes stretching and a regular high-intensity workout to stay in shape this summer. Why not try this out!<\/h2>\n

Maybe the last thing you want to do is a high-intensity workout, I know I get reluctant to take this plunge on a regular basis. I used to work out like this, even partaking of a daily stretch before my workout began.<\/p>\n

Even though I have slacked off the last couple of years, I am still dedicated<\/strong> to my health and wellness. I guess I just need a boost to get things back in order.<\/p>\n

When I started to have trouble getting out of bed in the morning, I realized something wasn’t right<\/strong>. I had let my physical fitness take a nose-dive. I was neglecting my body<\/a>. After this, I remember engaging in many a high-intensity workout and enjoying walking, swimming, and dancing as well.<\/p>\n

Even stretching<\/strong> had become a thing of the past. Something had to be done, and it had to start early in the morning<\/a>, right after I learned to drag myself out of the bed.<\/p>\n

What’s so important about the early morning workout?<\/h3>\n

The short answer to this question<\/em><\/strong>: Everything you do in the morning sets the stage for your day.<\/p>\n

If you suffer from low energy or motivation, all it takes is one push<\/strong> and you start off in the right direction. Although the energy boost<\/a> from the morning workout wears off during the day, it still packs a powerful punch.<\/p>\n

Not only does the morning high-intensity workout give your body a boost<\/strong>, but it also affects your mind in a positive manner. You will start off functioning at your highest mental level from the get-go.<\/p>\n

Here’s what The American Heart Association suggests<\/h4>\n

All you need is 150 minutes moderate or light cardio and 75 minutes of hardcore cardio<\/strong> to reap the benefits of heart health<\/a> claimed by researchers. Now, this could be walking as well as aerobic exercise.<\/p>\n

At first, workouts will seem like work, but after a while, you will get used the routine<\/strong> and time will pass quickly. As your body starts to release endorphins, you will start to enjoy the thrill of exercising and begin to eliminate your risk of disease and injury.<\/p>\n

Here’s what you should do before your morning workout:<\/h3>\n