Excuses
Do you ever use excuses to not do something? We all do! Take a look at these barriers to weight loss. Do any of them sound familiar?
"I don’t have time."
Getting 2 to 3 hours of physical activity a week is easier than you think. It doesn’t have to be planned classes. Walking to work or the store, working in your yard, or taking the stairs all count. Make a few switches to your normal daily routine.
"I’m too tired."
We all feel tired at the end of the day, but exercise will make you feel more energetic! With time, an exercise routine will build your stamina and help you feel less tired overall.
"I don’t have the willpower."
Many people give up on their exercise plan soon after starting it. To stay on track, keep an exercise log or exercise with a friend.
Goal setting is a great way to work toward a target and stay on track.
You've been doing a lot of it in this program. Keep it up!
"I don’t like exercise."
There are so many ways of getting active and enjoying it! If team sports aren't for you, focus on an activity like walking, running, yoga, or swimming. Get an active video game or dance video.
"It’s hard work."
Start slowly and give yourself time to build strength. When you build up strength and confidence, it just won't feel as hard as the day before. Search for a workout app on your phone, or find exercise videos that help you build up over time.
"The weather is too bad."
Running in the rain can feel great. Learn to love the weather! The wind can refresh you and it can actually be fun to splash through puddles!
"I’ve missed a session. I’ll never get back on track."
Everyone misses a workout from time to time. Just rewind a bit and get back at it.
"I’ll look stupid."
It can be hard to exercise in front of others if you're not used to it. It's okay. You could exercise at home or run when no one’s around at first. But remember, a lot of people have felt the way you feel before!
Don't listen to excuses.
They don't serve you.