Your mental state before you start a workout can play a big part in how that workout goes. Yes, working out can help improve your mental state by pumping those endorphins through and relieving stress. But who wants to just “get” through a workout? Enjoying the workout and being proud of it is so much more beneficial.
We all have those days that we just don’t want to workout, but we do anyway. Take notice of how many days in a row those feelings are happening. You may need to make some transitions.
For one thing your really going to have to change your attitude about working out. What is it that has you thinking “I don’t wanna”? Double check it’s not a negative person you are around that is encouraging these thoughts. It may be subtle, but if they feel guilty about not working out and are jealous of your motivation, they could be sabotaging your workouts.
It could be time for a change. I know for me, I’ve been working out in the same little gym for 3 years now. The only classes we have are the one’s I put together and they have to be some kind of circuit training or small bootcamp. We just don’t have the room for more. I love my gym, but after 3 years of the same thing, I can honestly tell you I’m getting bored. My husband has had the same issue. So I will be adding some new fitness Dvd’s at home, I’m going to check into the yoga class through our parks & rec and there is always fitv for some free workouts to change things up.
By going into your workouts with a better attitude you are ensured to get much more from it. Enjoying your workout will help you push harder. You’ll improve your cardio, your stability, your muscle strength much faster if you push it.
I have fallen away from my yoga routine and I use to practice it religiously in particular bikram yoga. Since I had children it has been so hard to get back on track. Reading this has motivate to start again and try out something new like pilates. I heard it tones your body much better.
Leslie
You should keep changing your work out every now again really as it keeps you motivated and interested meaning you will be more inclined to do it. A work out is just as much state of mind as it is a work out. It always helps to have a friend too as a little friendly competition never hurt anyone.
Getting past the mental block is a huge part of weight lifting. Everyone has to push past the “I can’t do it” phase of thinking in order to really grow.
Hmm,,i fully endorse your point of view.It is the attitude which breaks the mind shackles and pours the determination.If you have go t determination,you need lesser effort and time to reach to your goal.Keep writing stuff like that.Thanks.
A year ago, I decided I was going to get into shape. I was tired of living my life 50 pounds heavier than when I was 18. I was tired of getting sick all of the time because I smoked daily; I was tired of not being able to run up a flight of stairs without stopping to catch my breath; I was tired of not being fit. So I decided to change.
Exercises keep your muscles, but how you train in creating emotional issues influence their exercise may be more powerful which is nice.
The thought that keeps me going with my workout is thinking of the benefits that I get. When I feel very sleepy waking up early in the morning for a 15minute workout, but after the sweat has gone down.. I feel energized and ready for the day. Nothing beats keeping our body healthy and exercise our muscles.
Warmly,
Susan M. Freeland
Awesome you have found your motivation Susan!
I do agree that exercise means a lot to one’s physical and mental health. In fact, whenever I want to get energized to think and work, I do a thorough workout and it keeps me awake for the day. However, whenever I can’t focus on doing my exercise, I’ll feel tired and sleepy afterwards. I mean, just being tired. So I agree that even though exercise keeps you fit and at best, it is still important to prepare and be off to it.
It’s funny I actually do a lot better if I don’t think at all. I just put on my workout gear, grab my stuff and go to the gym. Once I’m there, I might as well work out!
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Awesome that you’ve found what works for you Allen.
I work out everyday for an hour. It’s such a habit with me that I don’t even think about it. I just get up and do it, then it’s over with.
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Once it’s a habit, it’s so much easier.