How to Beat Boredom, Procrastination, and Demotivation So You Stick to Your Workout Plan
Do you have a hard time sticking with your workout plan? Are there times when you are lacking in motivation? (ugly word!) All of us who are body builders or fitness buffs struggle with this from time to time.
It's hard to think of stopping by the gym after a grueling day of work; it's much easier just to go home and flop down in front of the TV and zone out.
It's a proven fact though that working out gives us more energy and makes us feel and sleep better.
Staying with your exercise program not only benefits your physically, but mentally as well.
That's why you started in the first place! How can I stay motivated, you ask, when you just can't face another session at the gym? Here's some helpful tips to get you up and running.
About Setting Goals: It's hard to achieve success if you don't have a clear goal for yourself.
Tell yourself "By next week, I want to be able to do 5 more reps".
This way you have a plan to work towards and hopefully make it to the gym to meet that goal! About Burning Out: You don't need to work out every day of the week.
Your body will make more progress towards your goal with a little time off in between workouts.
Three times a week works well for most, giving you a day off in between for a full recovery.
This recovery time also reduces the risk of injuries.
Working out too often, or feeling like you must be in the gym every single day can lead to burn out very fast.
Take it from me, I've seen it happen many a time before.
About Progress: Make sure to measure your progress from time to time.
There is nothing to keep you motivated like knowing that your hard work is getting you somewhere.
If you are trying to lose weight, weigh yourself once a week.
If you're trying to lose fat and build muscle, measure your BMI.
If you're just trying to build muscle, go ahead and measure your biceps.
The excitement you'll get from making progress will keep you on track with your fitness plan.
If you feel like you can't face going to the gym again, or feel you are in getting into a exercise rut, go ahead and try out these tips.
Just remember your goals and stick with it - I did!
It's hard to think of stopping by the gym after a grueling day of work; it's much easier just to go home and flop down in front of the TV and zone out.
It's a proven fact though that working out gives us more energy and makes us feel and sleep better.
Staying with your exercise program not only benefits your physically, but mentally as well.
That's why you started in the first place! How can I stay motivated, you ask, when you just can't face another session at the gym? Here's some helpful tips to get you up and running.
About Setting Goals: It's hard to achieve success if you don't have a clear goal for yourself.
Tell yourself "By next week, I want to be able to do 5 more reps".
This way you have a plan to work towards and hopefully make it to the gym to meet that goal! About Burning Out: You don't need to work out every day of the week.
Your body will make more progress towards your goal with a little time off in between workouts.
Three times a week works well for most, giving you a day off in between for a full recovery.
This recovery time also reduces the risk of injuries.
Working out too often, or feeling like you must be in the gym every single day can lead to burn out very fast.
Take it from me, I've seen it happen many a time before.
About Progress: Make sure to measure your progress from time to time.
There is nothing to keep you motivated like knowing that your hard work is getting you somewhere.
If you are trying to lose weight, weigh yourself once a week.
If you're trying to lose fat and build muscle, measure your BMI.
If you're just trying to build muscle, go ahead and measure your biceps.
The excitement you'll get from making progress will keep you on track with your fitness plan.
If you feel like you can't face going to the gym again, or feel you are in getting into a exercise rut, go ahead and try out these tips.
Just remember your goals and stick with it - I did!
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