Getting started is the hardest part.
Let’s face it. It is not difficult to start a fitness program on a regular basis. As a matter of fact, most of you have succeeded more than once.
The problem is that the initial enthusiasm is tempered, we get distracted by other things going on in our lives especially if we do not see tangible results soon enough and as a result we give up.
However, many people manage to continue exercising. What’s their secret?

• Good form
• Feelings of Wellness
• Energy
• Enjoyment of the exercise
• Exercise a priority
• Better sleep
• Feeling of alertness
• Weight Control
• Physical appearance

How can one remain loyal to a workout?

By having a variety of activities you enjoy. And remember that there is no rule that forces you to go to the gym or buy expensive equipment.

Having a variety of activities such as weight training, walking, jogging, tennis, cycling and aerobics will help towards having something to do regardless of weather or time of day.

Promise to someone else that you will exercise.

The social dimension of the exercise may prove important. You can walk along with someone else or do workouts together. Encouragement and support by someone else is another factor that also gives you a boost.

Make exercise a priority.

It must be something non-negotiable. The advantage is that friends and relatives realize that it’s a part of your identity.

Exercise, the first thing you do in the morning
Anything may sabotage your decision to do morning exercise. You can skip it and by waking up early without having to go to the gym will energize you.

Or work out turning home from work
The next best thing is to workout after returning from work. Do not go home. There are many who will go home and then change clothes and go out for gymnastics.

Exercise even if you’re tired
Chances are that you will feel better after exercise. Exercise gives you energy. Breathe deeply and help the body make better use of oxygen. You will experience euphoria during and after exercise.

Reward yourself
You may think that you don’t deserve recognition for something you should be doing anyway, or that if you snap your trousers without an effort that will be rewarding. But how inspiring can that be?

Experts find it difficult to change behavior and that the reward motivates us. So, decide on a goal and reward and work in this direction. Do whatever suits you.

Walk or Walk Your Dog
If you enjoy walking and have not exercised for some time, 10 minutes three times a day will give you 30 minutes.

Walk at least 10,000 steps a day. Nobody starts with many steps. Determine what is the average of your daily steps and next week try to walk 300 steps more each day. Extend your steps each week.

You can also walk along with your dog.

Record your activity
Write things that are important to you. This could be, how long you practice every day, how many steps you did, how far you run or bike, how much you weigh, etc.

Understand all the indicators of progress
It is pleasant when your clothes are a better fit and when you lift more weight or when you exercise more without getting exhausted.

But there are other indicators of progress as
• To sleep better
• Think more clearly
• Have more energy
• Understand that your muscles are not sore after heavy work
• Listen to your doctor congratulate you on improved cholesterol, blood pressure, bone density, triglycerides and blood sugar.