Fitness is Fun!

Hey All!


How many of you out there dread even hearing the word "exercise"?? Well here's the deal, you don't have to dread it! Not only do you not have to dread it, you shouldn't dread it because exercise is as fun as you want to make it.

I know what you're thinking, "How in the world do I make it fun?!", right?!

It's as easy as...

1) Getting a workout partner. Find someone you enjoy spending time with such as a friend, relative, co-worker, etc who is full of energy and just as determined as yourself (if not more) to get fit and have fun. A workout partner will not only give you motivation to work harder but will give you a chance to spend time with a friend.

2) Changing it up. Is the same workout day after day starting to bore you? It sure would bore me which is why this is my favorite way to make exercise fun! Instead of going for a run try going for a hike, hit the tennis courts, get out on the golf course, go for a bike ride or even go out for a night of dancing...the possibilities are endless so mix it up! Need more ideas? Just ask me!

3) Keeping track of your progress. Exercise is always more fun once you see the progress that you have made from it so be sure to write down your initial measurements and keep track of them weekly for motivation.

4) Rewarding yourself. (And no I don't mean a big greasy hamburger or a fatty ice cream sundae!) But what I do mean is giving yourself 10-30 minutes of relaxation after your workout. Go ahead, lay back, close your eyes, enjoy the peace and quiet away from the chaos of work or family...ahh so peaceful. Once relaxation time is up be sure to reward yourself one more time with your favorite protein shake which I know you've been looking forward to since the start of your workout. Go for it, you deserve it!

The more fun you make your workouts, the more you'll enjoy doing them on a regular basis! So, don't forget to keep the fun in fitness and you'll be sure not to fall off the fit bandwagon.