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 It’s a new year, and time to unleash a new and improved you! If one of your resolutions is to whip your body into shape or stay stress free, we’ve come up with six exercises that every nzgirl should add to her fitness regime for a more balanced and effective routine.
It's important to kick the year off the right way; start it well and it's more likely to end up that way. It's important to keep all aspects of your life organised, from your health and wellbeing, right through to your finances. If you’re studying this year make sure your finances are sorted with Studylink now so that you can start the year fresh, revived and stress free! Click here to get started and apply for your student allowance and/or loan…  Cardio exerciseCardio exercise is activity that raises your heart rate and includes activities like running, rugby, and swimming. Cardio burns energy, which leads to weight loss, increases lung capacity, lowers blood pressure, strengthens the heart, reduces stress and releases mood elevating endorphins. Why not try... - Swimming
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Swimming burns around 3200kj per hour, costs next to nothing to do and it works out most of the major muscles in your body. All you need to get started is a pair of togs!
Martial arts are a great form of cardio exercise, which also strengthens and tones the body. In addition, martial arts are fantastic for self-confidence and self-defense. Give taekando or judo a go. Elliptical training gives you a pretty good work out, it burns around same amount of energy as running (2800kj per hour), but without the impact on your knees and ankles and you don't need to worry about the weather. However, it is more expensive as you need to buy your own machine, hire one or pay for a gym membership. Strength training
Strength training is very beneficial. Not only does it strengthen your muscles and bones (which helps protect against osteoporosis), but it can increase your metabolic rate which will help you lose weight. It can also enhance coordination and balance.  Why not try...The plank is exercise, which strengthens and tightens up your abs, back, legs, and arms. Does not cost you anything and you can do it in the comfort of your own home. However if you're unsure about it, ask a trainer to assist you when you try this pose. Stretching Stretching is often ignored, yet important part of your exercise programme. Stretching helps prevent injuries and increases flexibility. Why not try... Yoga is an exercise, which develops strength and flexibility through a series of postures and poses. It is good for stress reduction, balance, endurance, balance, and muscle tone. Many gyms have yoga classes that you go - you will either to join a gym or pay a fee for each class you go to. If the gym isn't your thing, you can buy or borrow DVDs or books, which show you how to practice yoga. Krystle Chester
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