How do I motivate myself to get up and go for a jog?

Question

I am not trying to lose weight; just keep in shape. And my earbuds for my mp3 player, i have just discovered, are broken. Any ideas?

Answer 1

Just get up and realize that jogging will do your body good.

Answer 2

I tend to have the same problem. Don't get me wrong, I love to workout to keep in shape, but it's the starting point that I have trouble with. I have no motivation to get up and get going. Once I have that push, I'm unstoppable!

Unfortunately, I don't have anyone around to give me a "push" so I try to motivate myself by telling myself I'll reward myself to a pedicure, or a nice bath, or a movie or buy the cute pair of heels I saw at the mall by the end of the week (if I stick to my guns and workout through the entire week for 30 minutes).

You can try that method or find a buddy to jog with. Time will fly by as you talk and you can keep each other motivated.

Answer 3

First get a cheap replacement set of ear phones.

The one thing that will motivate you to go for a jog and keep you going week after week is finding a way to do it that gives you enjoyment and pleasure. Just jogging is enough for some but others, like me need a bit more encouragement.

I like to jog along the riverbank which makes the whole thing a nice pleasent experience. It's also nice to find someone to jog with.

I always feel better after running so that helps me to keep going too.

Answer 4

Go buy new cheapy earphones if you don't have $$ but start by doing a 1/2 hour walk- I even used to listen to audio books on a 5.00 cassette player. Within 1-2 weeks, uou will want to get out- then start lengthening time and going faster! It becomes a habit you don't want to miss- if you do it in the morning you feel like you've accomplished so much more that day!

Answer 5

If you force yourself for a few weeks unhappy, miserable, tired whatever your body will become accustomed to it and will eventually look forward to it. You can also reward yourself for self set goals (one week solid=Good Desert,6 weeks solid= 1 hr massage) If you have something to look forward to after the run it can even perk you up toward the end of your run. While in afghanistan mine was orange flavored Endurox made with ice cold water, I still smile when I think about it.

Answer 6

yes, go buy new earbuds. and stick your mp3 player in your sports bra and jog. its hard to start but once you do and your body becomes used to it. you crave (or your body craves) the workout. it does become a drug, just one that is better for you and keeps your stress level down.

Answer 7

You can also set a goal of 'x' number of days you want to jog. Keep track of the days of these days by writing them down and you might reward yourself with a small gift when you have reached a monthly goal. I like shoes!!

Answer 8

Motivation for weight loss and fitness
One of the greatest difficult tasks is to motivate you for weight loss. After one month around, you start your enthusiasm in your weight loss and fitness program. I have learned few things that that has helped me to be motivating towards the fitness program and get my weight loss goal. I think these tips will also helps you as well to loose weight and keep motivated towards various weight loss and fitness programs.


* Once you have started your weight loss program, its a great idea to weigh yourself only once a week. If you keep on weigh everyday, you will only discourage yourself. If you weigh yourself only once a week, you will be able to analyses whether you need to make change to your existing routine or not.

* Keep a photo of a heavier version of yourself in plain view. This will keep be motivating how great you look after loosing weight than you were before loosing extra pounds. It will also prevent you from sliding back into old habits.

* Once you have achieved your weigh loss goals, and then imagine what you want yourself to look like. This will give you the motivation to keep the weight off.

* Keep setting higher and higher goals for you towards your fitness. If you do not set new goal for you and work to achieve them, then you will surely run in to our bed habit. As a result, you will not be able to keep the weight off. So it’s a great idea to keep on setting new goals and get in perfect shape. As you know it’s a really tough task to keep what you have achieved than what you are looking for.


These are some of ideas that keep me motivated towards my weight loss and fitness program. There may be many more reasons for you to motivate yourself to loose weight.

Answer 9

You can probably sing to yourself when jogging it will probably make the time go by faster. Besides you are the best motivator for yourself.

Answer 10

think about the good in it. breathe the fresh air, enjoy the sunshine, or whatever wheater is out there. Run in a place that is pretty.

To get motivated I usually use caffine, then my body is ready to go!