Submitted by journey gym on Thu, 07/01/2010
I fight it all the time: the urge to curl up on the couch with a delectable snack...mmmmm...But wait! Won’t I feel better, look better, be happier, and be better able to rationalize curling up on the couch if I just do my workout? Begrudgingly, yes I would.
No matter how it is hard for you (or me) to get moving, the benefits are outstanding and well worth it. So before you push your workout off to tomorrow, read and remember these five ways to stay motivated:
Determine an attainable goal and plan to reach that goal. The first thing to ask yourself is what your goals are and why do you want to reach them. Do you want to lose weight, sleep better, increase your energy, gain strength, add flexibility, or just feel a heightened since of well being? Once you know your goal, create a realistic workout schedule (like exercising twice on weekdays and once on weekends) that will set you up for success.
Change into your workout clothes.
