Words on Wellness

Guest Column
By: 
Rachel Wall
Nutrition & Health Specialist, ISU Extension & Outreach

Why is it So Hard to Exercise?

     Anyone can have a difficult time making exercise part of their routine. Often it comes down to motivation. Try these tricks to reach your fitness goals:

     • Become an early bird. Many individuals get in their workouts in the morning, when willpower is at a maximum level and before it dwindles throughout the day.

     • Get other people involved. Think of kid-friendly activities that your children will enjoy with you or find a friend who likes the same things you do, like running or spinning.

     • Set smaller goals. It is much easier to fit 10 minutes of movement into your day every few hours then to find a larger chunk of time in your schedule. Take one bag of groceries in at a time from the car, do sets of 10 squats or push-ups in between loads of laundry, or take stairs two at a time to get your heart rate up.

     • Keep equipment front and center. Sometimes a simple thing, like putting your workout gear in your living room, can be key to feeling more motivated.

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