Things you should know before you join a boot camp

If you have decided to join a boot camp then you have taken a very good decision for your health and mind. But you should be totally prepared to join a fitness camp. A boot camp program consists of intensive exercises that will allow you to sweat profusely within first five minutes of the class. So the program is challenging. But you consider few aspects that will not make you feel weak and your body should not give up. 

Hydrate yourself before the session- Water plays a vital role in the entire session. Bring water and any other sports drink to the class but it is very difficult to move around when your belly is full of liquid. So hydrate yourself few hours before you start your exercise.

Start your class with a positive attitude- The boot camp workouts are always challenging but do not lose strength and attitude. Always motivate yourself and perform to your level best. Keep yourself calm when your heart is racing and muscles are burning. Just keep yourself relax and laugh to release the tension.
Concentration is the key to success- Concentration is very much necessary in the fitness session. It is very much necessary that you follow the instructor and understand how much you have to push yourself and when you have to stop. Focus your attention on the instructor and you will distract yourself from the pain.
Remember your breath and your abs- Breathe through tough exercises, and simultaneously, be sure to contract your abs to protect your back. Initially you may feel the discomfort but gradually with practice you can train your body to breathe deeper while your abs are engaged.

Try to stay upfront- Try to stay first in every activity you perform. It is fine if you cannot place yourself first always but take initiative to stand in the relay race line; stand in the front of the room; and run towards the front of the jog line. Being last will make you lethargic and you may not perform your level best.
Do not stop yourself- Do not stop yourself until you perform your level best. Muscle pain or muscle soreness usually gets you down, challenge yourself to move around rather than take mini breaks. Generally the boot camp instructor motivates to perform exercises to prevent muscle soreness. This will also encourage you to perform best in the fat loss camp.

Load up on electrolytes after class. Intense workouts and sweating causes you to lose essential vitamins. Be sure to replenish them with a vitamin filled snack.

Hope the above tips will prepare you to start a new journey for the wellness of your health and mind.