Working out is hard as helleven before you hit the gym.
Plus, it’s totally fine to skip the occasional workout.
It’s calledworkingout for a reasonyou have to show up and do something to see results.
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My best friend and I have a shared private fitness board on Pinterest for when we need extra motivation.
Then I write (yes, write!)
the workouts in my planner.
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“Emily, 23
“I love CrossFit!
I love the competitiveness of it and I always get a great workout.
And at the end of the day, I have so much energy to burn!
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I walk when it’s playing, and I jog or run during commercials.
“Jocelyn, 22
“I base my workouts on my mood.
If Im feeling like a beast, Ill do a heavy plyometrics or strength training.
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I do whatever I know will put me or keep me in a good mood!
Its a more therapeutic experience that way, and that keeps me motivated.
“Val, 31
“My workout motivation is listening to Beyonce.
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She works hard, so I venture to channel her work ethic.
Sure, they look great, and I know its not realistic for me to ever look like that.
“Zahra, 26
“Having a goal helps.
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“Madison, 23
“The thing that finally got me to the gym was hiring a personal trainer.
“Caitlyn, 23
“What motivates me to work out most is my Fitbit.
“Alexa, 23
“I set my alarm for 5 A.M. on days that I work out.
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Once Im on my feet, its so hard to fall back asleep.
And since I’m up, I might as well make it to gym!
“Cheryl, 31
“For me, working out is a huge part of my mental health.
Working out is a way of releasing energy and frustration.
Its cliche, but so true that I never regret a workout.
I give a shot to turn it into a treat rather than a chore.
