How To Motivate Yourself To Get In Shape

When I was in high school, I did weight training every other day with a friend. During one of these sessions, another friend of mine named Jason joined us. He would never return again.

“I can’t workout unless I’m motivated,” Jason said. “I need to listen to the music from Rocky.”

We both laughed at him for a bit. But then I figured: So what?

If he needed to listen to Eye Of The Tiger or Hearts On Fire EVERY time he trained, then why not just listen to them every time?

If it works, do it.

I exercise in the morning. And I think it’s great for others to do the same. But if you find the afternoon or evenings are better for you, go with that.

Some people can’t eat before a workout – I prefer not to. But maybe a little food helps you.

I also hate any kind of gym where the air conditionings cranked to the max. Some people love it. I like to cover myself up when I work out, lots of people prefer spandex ” including some who really shouldnt have the privilege.

It comes down to not thinking, “I HAVE to do such and such” thinking that’s a negative. If a certain condition helps you out – follow that to the letter. If you need a cold atmosphere, lots of noise, and heavy clothing to stay in shape in the afternoon, do that. If you prefer lighter clothes in a quiet room right after you wake up, do that instead.

Listening to Gonna Fly Now can’t hurt either.