Plan Ahead

My workout routine is, of course, an ever evolving creature. There are a few core principles however, that have remained fairly consistent over the last few years. These are based on what I have found works best for myself, through process of trial and error. Planning Ahead As someone who relies heavily on consistency, planning, and schedules, I find it helpful to pencil my workouts into my daytimer at the beginning of the week. There are several benefits to this system. #1. I can plan my workouts for times that I know will work for me, around other commitments. This means that I'm less likely to have to skip a workout because I'm not forced to choose between say, seeing a movie or working out. For example, on Fridays I do cardio before work, so that I will have Friday evening free. Something always seems to come up on this night. #2. It allows an opportunity to psyche myself up for a good workout. #3. It reinforces the idea that I need to make this commitment to myself. And that time is just as valuable as anything else I have scheduled. Example: This week's schedule Mon- Weights:Arms/Abs (evening) *I rarely have plans on Mon night Tues- Cardio (before work) Wed- Weights: Arms/Abs (evening) Thurs- Cardio (before work) Fri- Cardio (before work) Sat- Weights:Arms/Abs Sun- Rest