If you need some exercise motivation, here's one simple approach: Get some glue and paste the exercise program to your forehead where it will 'stick' and you can see it each day to help remind you to stay on track! Just kidding.
Okay, here's the real approach:
In order to stay committed to an exercise program, I would recommend keeping it: simple, fun, safe, trackable, and in alignment with your goals.
Simple- The easier the exercise program is for you to follow, the more likely you will follow it consistently. Don't get trapped in trying to accomplish too much in every exercise session. Getting things done in an efficient and effective manner can help keep you from feeling overwhelmed and quitting. (For example: fitting your workout into a 30-minute space if possible.)
Fun- Bottom Line: If it's 'play', you will enjoy it more and stick with it! However, if it's 'work' or boring, you won't!
Safe- Keeping your exercise safe will keep you safe, which means having greater confidence when exercising. This can result in greater compliance, as there is less fear (and actual chance) of getting injured.
Trackable- Keeping track of your exercise endeavors each day (in a simple journal) will help prevent the common disconnect many people have between what they think they're doing vs. what they're actually doing.
Aligned with your goals- If you have specific goals (weight-loss, for example), then your exercise program needs to be in alignment with your goals to give you the results you desire (helping to motivate you and keep you on track). Although this sounds like common sense, many people often fail to do the right exercise for their chosen goals.
Much Love,
Dr. SAM
