By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor
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You know you should exercise, but some days it's tough to get moving: not enough time, too tired, no energy. Counteract those excuses by discovering what motivates you, and use these strategies to develop and maintain an active lifestyle.
eHow Sports & Fitness Editor
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outdoorperson said
on 10/23/2006 Dont' shower unless you've been to the gym. This requires tons of discipline and a desire to be clean. So if you really like showering everyday, then make sure you go to the gym every day... Its like earning a shower...
Anonymous said
on 8/31/2006 Buy an outfit in the size that you would like to see yourself in and hang it where you can see it everyday. This will keep you working toward your goal.
Anonymous said
on 8/31/2006 I weight lift twice a day for 20 minutes. Which involves stretching, leg lifts, upper and lower abs, obliques and chest press. When I observe women in my age bracket that appear very much out of shape, it makes me feel great!
Exercising it's so worth it!
Anonymous said
on 8/31/2006 Find a HS track to run on. Run on the straight sections and walk on the curves. The run should be at a very slow pace (don't give in to the thought of running fast). The first few laps will feel very easy and eventually you will begin to know you're doing exercise. One rule: Once you start to run on a straight section - you must continue to the end of it. Get off the track before you fall down, the idea is to go home with a positive attitude. Do this every other day. If you wish, keep track of your laps. At some point you might decide to only walk on one curve rather than both - that's called progress.
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 Mark down on your calendar the days that you exercise and how intense the workout was. I draw a thick line for intense cardio and a thin line for light workouts like walking. Once you get going, you'll be reminded of how disciplined you are. Also, I always want to start the beginning of the month off right!