How do I get motvated to exercise?

Question

I just need some motivation to get up and exercise. I just don't ahve alot of gumption about me. What can I do to make myself get into it. I know if I got up and did something, I'd want to finish it, but I just can't get up and do it.

Answer 1

Schedule it, just like work, then make sure to keep your workout clothes where you can see them. Most important, find something you like to do. I've tried lots of things and have found I like taking a brisk walk best. Slap on the iPod and enjoy the time to yourself.

Answer 2

Easy, do what you love. Pick an exercise you really enjoy and get out and do it.

If you want to exercise just to stay fit as well, one easy thing to do is to just do it. Like force yourself to get up and do it, for 30 days. Then it's supposed to become a habit.

Another motivator is a positive one. Don't give yourself your favourite treat unless you've exercised. Then you'll start to associate exercise with your favourite treat.

Answer 3

Find a partner even a group of people that want to start like you do. You will find that when you start to waiver off your routine, they will be there to get you back on track, you will do the same for them. Also mix it up by day so it doesn't get boring to you.

Answer 4

By forcing yourself. If you can force yourself once, you can force yourself to do it again. Until it becomes easy (or easier anyway).

You actually used the word 'gumption'.

Answer 5

Take off all of your clothes and stand in front of a full length mirror. Take a good long look front and back. That ought to do it.

Answer 6

if your fat, then you cant get any motivation. Just keep eatin is what i say!