Muscles have memory, and like learning a new skill, it's not how long you study but how often. Like learning, your body responds better to consistent exercise. Training infrequently at high intensities can make you more prone to injury.

When we are young or starting exercise for the first time, we sometimes prioritize hours in the gym or how much of one particular activity we can achieve. We sacrifice form and flexibility for perceived strength, losing balance and subjecting ourselves to injury.

It is not all about strength but rather a balance between flexibility, strength, and eating well.

You might see the benefits of establishing and mixing up your daily routine. Waking up and going to bed at the same time can go a long way in combination with eating at the same time and not too late at night. When you exercise, try mixing up what type of activity you do in your routine. Try alternating a day of flexibility, then a day of strength training, followed by a day of cardio, then a day of rest.

The foundation of any routine starts with how you eat. Establish a balance between larger amounts of proteins, complex carbohydrates, and nuts combined with smaller amounts of fruits and some raw natural sugars. For the best results, when it comes to nutrition, try not starving yourself or going cold turkey, excluding all carbs and sugars. Gradual changes are easier on the body, allowing time for adaptation and adjustment.

Most cravings for sugar come from dehydration. Did you know that drinking half your body weight in ounces of water every day has been said to keep you hydrated and sharp.

While eating well is a necessary pre-condition to healthy exercise and life routines, staying hydrated is essential to keeping your body working at its best.