11/7/2017 28 Comments Just take the first step...
Something is better than nothingSomething is better than nothing, and to be honest - it is the routine that is the hardest thing to stick to - not the exercise itself.
I really struggle with motivation - yes, me, a personal trainer who helps others to get motivated! I sometimes beat myself up about this - telling myself that I am the professional, and should be super motivated ALL the time; complete all of the workouts I have planned to a high level; and just push through. But then I have to remind myself that I am a real human being too! I struggle with my endometriosis symptoms, fatigue still lingering from the stress of my old job, ongoing life stresses, sickness, and tell myself what I would tell my clients - be kind, look after yourself first, and just do something! So if you are truly just not feeling plan A - then go to plan B, or C, or even D! Planned a hard workout at the gym but have no energy? Try for a class instead as this can help with motivation, or grab a friend and workout together. Or how about just go for a walk - and then if you feel up to it, start jogging - but if not - you have still got out and done something. Or how about get on the foam roller and do some myofascial release, and stretch.. So just do SOMETHING - It is harder to get back in to the routine after you have skipped a workout, so instead of skipping it all together - just do something,.. ANYTHING... as this will mean that you are still in the ROUTINE and can then up the intensity when you are up to it. Be kind to yourself. Allow yourself time to rest and recover. We are all humans just trying to do what we can in a super busy, fast placed life, and we do not need to feel guilty, or put extra pressures or stresses on ourselves. Lisa x
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