FISHERSVILLE, Va. (WHSV) – When the year ends, many look back and reflect on what they want to do differently or change in the new year.

A popular goal or new year’s resolution is to improve health and fitness. Tricia LaGrua, owner of Phoenix Fitness and Yoga said January is one the gym’s busiest months.

Some of the classes offered at Phoenix include yoga classes, barre, pilates, and strength classes.

“We offer heated power yoga, which is probably our most advanced type of Yoga class,” LaGrua said.

A common mistake people make when setting fitness goals is doing too much, too soon. LaGrua said you can run into issues if you have unrealistic goals and expect to see results right away.

“They either get sore and they don’t want to ever feel that way again. They can injure themselves and then they are unable to work out for an extended period of time and they get out of the routine and might not get back into it,” LaGrua said.

LaGrua said to make small, realistic goals but do not get discouraged if you do not see results right away.

“It is a process, and it can often be slow and gradual, but if you stick with it, stay the course, results will happen. You will see results and you will feel results,” LaGrua said.

LaGrua said working out with a partner or in a group can help make the experience fun and can help hold you accountable.

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