Need Extra Workout Motivation? 4 Ways To Find Support

Written By Emma Sturgis / Reviewed By Ray Spotts

If you've ever tried to work out when you lack motivation, you probably understand how challenging it can be. For instance, instead of going outdoors for a daily walk, you might find yourself stuck on the couch watching television. Consider a few ways to find support to get motivated for workouts.

Join a Local Gym

One reason why you might lack the motivation to exercise is because you need people around you. Indeed, all you need to do is head to a local gym to find like-minded people to inspire you. Not only can they aid in motivating you, but they can also lend you support by listening to your problems and cheering you on. Another idea is to get motivated with a program, like Plan 7 Coaching. Incorporating a personal trainer can help you attain your fitness goals.

Ask a Friend

Since having a friend by your side can make life easier to bear, consider asking a friend or family member to join you. In fact, you can do plenty of activities together including riding bikes, walking dogs, jogging, hiking, and many others. Plus, they can make you laugh and help you keep going through the most challenging workouts.

Spend Time With Pets

Pets - especially dogs - can be highly supportive in their own lovable ways. For one, dogs are well-known to be man's best friend and this can be especially true when you need them the most. Further, some people say that their dogs are even more loving than any human they've come across. Dogs can encourage you to move around, socialize, and ease stress, among other things.

Take a Class

Enrolling in a class can make it easier to avoid boredom, stay motivated, and hold yourself accountable. You can find free videos of workouts to follow online. Another option is to enroll in a paid class online or in your area. By taking a class, you have the opportunity to learn something new, follow along with an instructor whose personality you like, and possibly make some friends.

Fun fitness classes you might like are trampoline, pole dancing, circus training, kickboxing, Pilates, yoga, dance, aerial fitness, obstacle course racing, and numerous others.

While everyone gets lazy once in a while, it's important to take care of your health by exercising on a regular basis. For example, avoiding technology can make it easier to stick to your routine. Furthermore, it can be fun and more rewarding to bring a friend or someone else along to spend bonding time with.

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Written By:

Emma Sturgis is a freelance writer based out of Boston, Mass. She writes most often on health and education. When not writing, she enjoys reading and watching film noir. Say hi on Twitter @EmmaSturgis2

Reviewed By:

Founder Ray Spotts has a passion for all things natural and has made a life study of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Ray became a forerunner bringing products to market that are extraordinarily effective and free from potentially harmful chemicals and additives. For this reason Ray formed Trusted Health Products, a company you can trust for clean, effective, and healthy products. Ray is an organic gardener, likes fishing, hiking, and teaching and mentoring people to start new businesses. You can get his book for free, “How To Succeed In Business Based On God’s Word,” at www.rayspotts.com. 

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