If your fitness routine has been less than consistent over the past few months, you’re likely not alone. These challenging times have made an exercise routine difficult for even the most dedicated gym rats.
When motivation is lacking, remember this: Shedding pounds does not require a complete diet-and-exercise overhaul. In fact, starting small is often the best way to meet—and maintain—your weight loss goals.
Here are 4 mental tricks that help make exercise a habit;
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Start with mini workouts - You always hear me say, "any step in the right direction is a step in the right direction" Its easier to convince yourself to do a 15 minute versus a 30 minute workout.
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Trim down your goals - Setting concrete goals is a great way to get your head back in the game. Just make sure you don't set your goals too high. Managing expectations in all aspects of life is very important, especially when it comes to weight loss.
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Adopt a go with the flow attitude - Some people wont exercise at all if they have less time than expected or when things don't go as planned. Any exercise is better than no exercise.
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Don't get pigeonholed into one type of workout - If you only do one type of workout your body will eventually get used to it, which will result in slower progress.
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