Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Winter Blues: Your Workout's Biggest Buzzkill

Finding it hard to stay motivated this winter?
Seeing as we're in the midst of a blizzard with a predicted 18+ inches getting your daily workout in can seem like the least appealing thing to do. Here's my top 5 ways to get your butt to the gym!




1. Update your playlist!
Find songs proven to pump you up! New music keeps your workout routine from getting dull, and will hopefully prevent you from cutting it short.






2. Buy some new workout clothes
For me, this is the ultimate motivator! I love Under Armour Women's performance collection. I get excited to get dressed for the gym when I have a cute new outfit-- it also makes you want to stay looking good in it!


3. Schedule it into your day
Treat your workout the same as any other appointment you have to keep! You wouldn't cancel a meeting for work, so why cancel your meeting with the treadmill?










4. Go with a Purpose
Have a plan before you arrive, so you don't walk around aimlessly. Instead, know what your workout will consist of, so you'll know how much time to allow yourself. Why not try something new? Changing things up always helps to prevent boredom.






5. Guilt-Free your lifestyle
Life can't be all work and no play! Make your indulgences guilt-free by making your fitness a priority! This way you can establish a sense of balance, and not feel pressured to skip certain things (within moderation).

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