The hardest thing when it comes to working out is to start with it! There are millions of excuses why you shouldn’t exercise, but at the end of a day, all of them come to a single one. You hate exercising! Perhaps you are not fond of physical activity, but it is a true game changer. Basically, when we exercise, we get a healthier body and mind, more energy than ever before and we will even look better. Working out is one of rare things on the planet which doesn’t have downsides! So, if you hate working out, here is what you can do.
Start with small steps, extremely small
When you think of working out, you always deduce that 30 minutes per a day is the minimum duration needed for your body and mind. As such, 30 minutes per a day, 5 times a week equals 2.5 hours of your time. It is still low, but it may look scary and problematic for you.
The solution is simple. Start with baby steps. You can exercise 5 minutes per a day and it will still be better than not to exercise at all. After all, each type and duration of physical activity is better than not having it at all. Once you feel comfortable with exercising 5 minutes per a day, gradually increase the duration, until you reach some longer times.
Make working out more interesting
Working out may look and it is for some individuals boring. In essence, you will do the same things day after day, so even when you think of it, it looks like a negative action. The trick is to make working out interesting and fun. There are several ways to do that.
The first thing you can do is to listen to the music while exercising, but it is a well-known fact. Nowadays, it is a much better alternative to watch some movie, video clips or some TV show while exercising. In addition, this will make you forget about the time, so you will probably exercise longer, without realizing that.
The best way to make working out interesting is to do it with another person. Working out with a friend is much better and usually more effective. If you don’t have a friend who will exercise with you, get a dog. All of them like physical activity. For those who like cats, no, you cannot use a cat as an exercise buddy!
Even if nothing of this works, try the following method. Go for a walk every day. Moving around is an excellent exercise, which feels completely different than spending time at a gym.
Don’t try to force yourself to work out
If you are feeling like you must exercise at all cost, you will think of working out as on obligation. Not a single person in the world like obligations, so obviously, working out looks boring, annoying and something to avoid in that case scenario.
Instead of trying to force yourself into it, start with a different approach. Start thinking of working out as on something you can do. It is a nice thing if you can find an individual reason to start working out. For some of you, having a more attractive body is the ultimate reason. Others like meeting new people in the gyms. Basically, anything that will make you want to exercise is a great reason and should be used.
Eat more fruit and vegetable
When we eat more fruit and vegetable, we will have more energy and be in a better mood. These are the first two things you need if you want to start exercising. Then, you will start thinking about your lifestyle, which looks healthier than ever before, so you will want to add working out to it. As simple as that.
Start using gadgets
Although we have mentioned gadgets in the subtitle, it actually refers to all items and things which should be used or can be used while working out. For some people, clothes, shoes, and gadgets (fitness trackers, mp3 players and etc.) look extremely appealing. But, they should be used only when working out. Let’s face it, a fitness tracker doesn’t have a role when you sit and watch a movie.
The main point here is to get items and gadgets which will make you want to wear and use them. As such, chances are high that you will want to exercise simply because you want to use them. Although this trick sounds strange, it actually works and it is one of the most popular tricks most people use today.
Conclusion
The main point here is that working out is essential for having a healthy life. Without it, you will live shorter, have a poor health and be in a bad mood all the time. In general, think of the benefits working out will provide to your life and soon, you will start to love it.
About the author: William Benetton is a blogger, traveller and writer. He loves writing on many kinds of sport tourism.