While the most obvious benefits of exercise are usually measurable, from increased fitness and energy and better mood to decreased daily pain and a reduction in long-term health risks, the true spectrum of benefits is immeasurable. That said, those benefits sometimes aren’t enough to spark motivation. A lack of motivation is just one of the many obstacles we face when exercising, and adapting to those obstacles is the key to long-term success.
Since we’ve already addressed it, let’s start with motivation: some days it’s just not there. The practice of positive association may just help overcome that obstacle, however. Have a favorite artist or genre of music? Make sure you’re listening to it while working out. Have a favorite treat? A small reward after a workout won’t hurt. Eventually you’ll come to think of exercise as excitedly as you do of your rewards.
Time is another obstacle to consistent exercise, and here’s where scheduling comes into play. It’s important to not just schedule workout times, but to schedule backup times as well just in case something gets in the way. Worst case scenario you’ll need that backup time and your day will be a little busier, best case scenario that backup time becomes free time to do anything you’d like! Either way, you get your exercise in.
Just remember: While obstacles may sometimes present themselves, they’re seldom insurmountable!
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