This is how to get motivated for a workout and for all workouts:
1. Set Clear Goals
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound (SMART) goals would be a plus. For example: “I want to complete a 5K in 3 months” rather than “I want to get fitter.” Break up longer goals into milestones, which allow you to see and celebrate progress.
2. Find Your Why
Deep within you, there has to be a reason why you want to stay fit, be it for health, more energy, self-confidence, or stress reduction. Document this reason and look back on it at those times when temptation strikes.
3. Make it Fun
Choose things that you really enjoy doing, whether dancing, swimming, hiking, or team sports.
Jumble the fitness routine to avoid monotony.
4. Create a Routine.
A workout should be scheduled as an appointment. This will also help with building consistency, as sticking to certain days and times for working out will help the body adapt into a habit.
5. Track Progress
Log workouts, steps, or acts of improvement in a fitness app, diary, or tracker. Small achievements, such as lifting heavier weights or being able to do more reps should be celebrated.
6. Find Accountability
Get a workout buddy or join a class. Share your goals with friends or online community to gain that extra support and commitment.
7. Reward Yourself
Find something non-food to reward yourself with-a new pair of shoes, fitness gear, or a spa treatment-once you reach a goal.
8. Focus on the Positives
Think about how good it feels to be fit-more energy, less stress, strength. Notice the changes and give yourself credit for little victories, such as posture improvements or added stamina.
9. Be Flexible
Things happen in life-missing a day or two is a possibility and is okay. After that, get right back on plan without feeling guilty. Continue to adjust goals as need till you can manage them adequately with your current situation.
10. Visualize Success
Think about how you’ll feel and look when you’ve hit your goals-release all the energy and think positive! Get yourself into a correctness frenzy with vision boards, motivational quotes, or images as inspiration.
