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When You Don’t Feel Like Working Out
For working adults with a family, it can be tough to find the time for exercise.
STAYING MOTIVATED TO EXERCISE CAN BE DIFFICULT.
Here are some tips for getting & staying motivated to work out when you just don’t feel like it.
Redefine What Working Out Means
It is time to think about exercise as “me time.” An exercise routine should be a time that is personal and empowering. Try to think of it as a time that you deserve. It is okay to be a little selfish about this particular time in your day. Remind yourself that exercise will benefit you physically and mentally, just like a good night’s sleep.
Set Achievable Goals & Stick to Them It is unrealistic to set a goal that is not achievable. Start by assessing your strengths and limitations based on your current health and physical condition. It isn’t a bad idea to write these down. Some people may need to start with a 15 to 30minute walk six days a week followed by easy yoga stretches. Others might have the stamina to run 3 miles a day and cool down by lifting weights.
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It is hard to deny that paying good money for a class or a gym membership can be motivation enough. Someone who has spent $35 for a 45minute spin class is likely to show up and participate. A gym membership can have the same result. These days it is hard to justify the excuse that a gym membership is just too expensive when there are so many gyms with $10 monthly membership fees.
The other benefit of a class or a gym membership is that you are motivated by the other people working out around you.
If you are a morning person, set your alarm and do your exercises before you start your day. You will be happy to have that behind you.
If mornings aren’t your thing, plan to exercise at the end of a long workday or just before the kids come home from school.
This is an excellent way to break up your day and to hit the reset button.
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Many workout routines are successful when performed at the same time every day.
Schedule a Day or Two of Rest Personal trainers are adamant that muscles and organs need to recover from exercise. It is suggested that at least one day a week be a day of rest and recovery with no exercise. Make this one of your goals to look forward to as a reward for sticking to your routine.