If you always seem to find a reason not to exercise, here are some solutions to common obstacles, according to the president’s council on physical fitness and fitness professionals:
Not enough time
– Get up earlier and exercise before your shower.
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– Use your lunch break for a walking session.
– Ride a stationary bike or use a treadmill while reading or watching your favorite TV show.
– Write exercise sessions in your appointment book and treat them as you would any important work meeting.
Trouble getting motivated
– Recruit a family member or friend and motivate each other.
– Read fitness magazines and books with inspirational stories.
– Set small goals and reward yourself when you reach them.
Not sure how to get started
– Amp up your everyday activities–such as walking the dog–in terms of intensity, duration and frequency and begin a walking program most days of the week.
– Go to health fairs and clinics and call nearby fitness centers to gauge your interest in the activities offered.
– Hire a fitness trainer for one or several sessions.
Sometimes feel bored
– Consider whether you’ve picked the right activities for you. Try something new or more challenging. Don’t be afraid to quit one type of exercise and replace it with another.
– Many people cycle through a variety of activities over the years.
– Change the scenery. Find a new walking path or sign up at a different fitness center.
– Turn your activity into more of a social occasion by enlisting friends to join in.
– Or try the opposite. Make your exercise time meditative, paying close attention to your breath and fully concentrating on every movement.
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Edited by Cara DiPasquale ([email protected]) and Victoria Rodriguez ([email protected])