Working out shouldn’t be dreaded. It should be a habit. Something you just do. Here are 5 tips on making fitness apart of your life.
1. Schedule it. Write it down and think of working out as a “must do” and you are more likely to do it. Soon it’ll become second nature. Like brushing your teeth. Before long, it'll be a rock-solid habit.
2. Partner up. Being held accountable is an awesome way to keep motivated. Whether it’s a human friend or a furry one doesn’t matter. Someone is counting on you each day. Your walking partner doesn't even have to be somebody you see. It can be a pal with whom you check in every day, by phone or online.
3. FUN. Addicted to the game Words With Friends on your phone? Head outdoors or hop on the treadmill, and think up words while you walk. Maybe the TV show Mad Men is more your style? Watch only when you are at the gym on the cardio equipment. Basically whatever makes working out more fun for you, do it!
4. Write it down. A workout journal helps you stick to your plan because you can see your progress before your eyes. You can watch yourself get closer and closer to your goal.
5. Pat yourself on the back. Um yeah this one is a no brainer. Bribe yourself. If you workout 3-4 times this week for 20-60 minutes per workout, treat yourself to a massage or awesome movie or a new MP3 player for your workout songs.
