9 Fitness Tips for Veterans in the New Year

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It’s been shown repeatedly that those with military experience are motivated and disciplined. Why not embrace these traits to get fit?

You can achieve your goals without breaking the bank and a new year is always a good time to start.

Here are some practical tips for veterans to get fit while staying on budget:

The hardest part of getting fit is often just keeping to your routine. That's where a workout battle-buddy could be helpful.

When motivation wanes, veterans can rely on each other as workout battle-buddies. The knowledge that a workout partner is waiting is often all the motivation that they need to stay fully

committed.

Partnering with a friend who shares your fitness goals ensures you will show up at the gym, even on those days when your individual motivation might be lacking.

Veterans thrive on challenges. Set fitness goals. Whether it's running a race, playing a sport, or getting back to your basic training weight, having a clear objective is a powerful

motivator. 

A group of veteran friends could, for example, set a goal to run a half-marathon — training together, supporting each other and celebrating their achievement as a team.

When you have a specific goal, you’ll have something to aim for.

Joining a local gym can be the perfect way to start your fitness journey. The good news: Many of them offer special rates to veterans, so you can access a top-notch facility without

straining your budget.

Don't forget to score veteran discounts on athletic shoes and apparel as well at various retailers near you.

Golf can be a fun way to stay fit and active, while enabling you to enjoy the great outdoors. An extra incentive: Many courses across America offer veterans discounts on greens fees.