But then slowly, the novelty began to wear off. You start finding reasons to sleep in and found "better" things to do with your time. Then before you realize it, you have missed a whole week and your drive to continue is gone.
Here are four of the most common signs and what you can do to get back on track:
- Your workout bores you. It is easy to get bored if you stick with the same routine for too long. It helps to add variety to your walks/exercise. Change can help keep your workouts fun and interesting, giving you something to look forward to.
- Your workout isn't giving you results anymore. When doing the same activity all the time it is likely to plateau much sooner than someone who varies their workout. Your body can adapt to these exercises so that they don't offer the same benefits that they once did. "Variety" means either changing something about your current routine or trying a totally different activity.
- Your workout leaves you more tired and sore than before. Exercise should give you more energy, not leave you feeling rundown. If you're feeling overly tired or perpetually sore, you could be over training. Your body needs time for rest and recovery. Reevaluate your workout program and find ways to make changes that will prevent this from happening again.
- Your workout is no longer challenging. If your workouts aren't challenging you anymore, find ways to increase or improve them. Challenging your body improves your fitness level and can also provide a sense of accomplishment as you become stronger and work toward your goals.
Changing your workout routing whenever these signs arise will help keep your motivation high as you work to improve your fitness level. The key is to pay close attention to how you're feeling both physically and mentally. Exercise shouldn't be a chore that you dread, but something thing that makes you feel good about yourself!
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