I'm Too Lazy/ I Have No Motivation at All
We know the lazy bug do set in sometimes, and other times we question ourselves why do we exercise “so hard” for? If you find these familiar, quickly follow these steps and chase the “pessimistic-ness” away!
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- Create a Mantra
Whenever the negativity sinks in, say “STOP” in your mind and use positive statements, like “Focus”, “You can do it”, “Go” to perk yourself up.
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- Indulge in a Dosage of Morning Exercise
If you know that tiredness will be a big hindrance to your commitment to exercise, (especially at the end of the work day), try scheduling exercise at the time of the day where you feel the freshest (typically the mornings).
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It doesn’t hurts to wake up 15 to 30 minutes early, and engage in some stretching or sit ups on the comfort of your bed!
- Set Realistic Expectations
Ever heard of the saying, “it takes 3 days to build Rome”? This applies to your exercise routine too! Rather than setting your mental bar high, why not start with something comfortable (e.g. jogging for 10 minutes instead of 1 hour). Doing so, not only prevent you from giving up, but also help to build up your exercise momentum gradually.
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- Schedule Your Exercise Like an Important Meeting
Treat your exercise with utmost importance. Block off times for your exercise, and make sure your loved ones are aware of it.
