"Ugh."
This 3-letter phrase is either said out loud or even thought of from thousands (if not millions) of people all over the world when it comes to going for a run, going to the gym, or even heading to the "workout room" in your home.
The motivation just isn't there.
Swinging a kettlebell doesn’t sound appealing?
Going for a run for the “pleasure” of it or even getting the “runner’s high” doesn’t sound good to you?
First of all - don’t worry, you’re normal.
Like a lot of people, perhaps you know exercise is something you “should” do, yet it’s not appealing at all.
Coaches, doctors, and fitness experts love to shout from the rooftops, “Exercise releases endorphins! Exercise makes
you feel good! You should move every day!”
Yet, they don’t realize that exercise, like Reign's energy drink flavor “Rainbow Sherbet”, is an acquired taste. :)
And you know what?
That’s OK.
Look...
Disliking exercise doesn't mean you're a failure.
It doesn’t mean you’re lazy, either...
... nor does it mean you're "not motivated"...
It’s just a personal preference and a part of who you are.
However, there’s no denying that exercise is good for the human body.
Some folks don’t like it because it brings pain (or is associated with pain) and that can make you feel
defeated (the opposite effect of what exercise is supposed to do).
But how do you exercise when you don’t like it?
This is a good time to aim for movement VS exercise.
Things
like:
- No longer paying someone to mow your lawn (this is why we don’t pay someone to do it - I look at it as an opportunity to get some movement and get some Vitamin D!) And yes, I realize you're probably not doing this at this time of year, but it's still a valid point. :)
- Taking the stairs VS the elevator
- Cleaning your house on a regular basis
- Parking further away on purpose when running errands
Simply aim to get a little more movement than what you’re doing now.
In other words, going from being a couch potato to
committing to the gym 6 days a week isn’t a great idea and it can be overwhelming.
Simply adding movement to what you already enjoy can get the momentum going.
Fitness should be a part of who you are VS a "chore".
Suddenly, you'll find yourself enjoying your journey VS dreading it...
I hope this gives you perspective,
Mikey