1. Schedule it: Treat your work out like an appointment and set reminders.You are more likely to go to the gym when you have already planned your day around going.
2. Get out your gear the night before: Packing your gym bag the night before so you don't forget anything on your way out the door.
3. Write it down: Write down your work out routine so you don't have to think about what machine to use next.
4. Consider a workout you have to pay for: If you have already paid for a class or trainer, you aren't going to want to waste your money by staying in bed.
5. Find a buddy: Take a friend with you so that you can hold each other accountable.
6. Make it a competition and reward yourself: Treat yourself to new gym gear if you commit to a month of working out.
7. Do a class: Richmond Balance offers 6 am Barre on Wednesday and Friday mornings.
8. Take baby steps: Start by setting your alarm back 5 minutes each morning.
9. Have something tasty to look forward to: The best time to get your post workout nutrition is 30 - 60 minutes after a workout. Plan your breakfast accordingly.
10. Preserve those endorphins: Make those feelings of a great workout last by writing them down and looking back at them later in the day.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
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