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How to stick with a fitness routine"Exercise" or "exercise more" shows up on New Year's Resolution lists across North America -- yet, this popular resolution seems to quickly fall by the wayside. How can you make exercise a habit so that missing it causes disappointment instead of relief? Make exercise a priority -- Don't be tempted to "fit in" exercise whenever you can; make it a part of each day's schedule. Plan to exercise at the same time each day so it becomes ingrained. If this isn't possible, schedule exercise in advance as you would a doctor's appointment. Let family and friends know when you're "booked." Enlist a friend -- Find someone to work out with; this increases your accountability -- and your level of fun. If you can't coordinate schedules, ask a friend to call you every day to check on your exercise status. Accountability is a great motivator! Prepare in advance -- If you exercise in the morning, set out your exercise clothes, shoes and socks the night before. Have your bike ready, your dumbbells out, your swim suit and towel handy, or whatever it is you need to prep. Make preparation part of your nighttime routine. It will be one less excuse to drag your feet! Take the fun up a notch -- If you dislike what you're doing, it's that much harder to stick to it. Spice up your exercise regimen by including a variety of activities. Don't like to exercise alone? Consider joining a team sports league. Measure your progress -- Keep a daily log of your activity. As you get better, stronger, faster and so on, you will be encouraged to continue. You might even find yourself taking fitness to an entirely new level. Pat yourself on the back -- Reward yourself for your accomplishments. As you reach short- and long-term goals, spur on your motivation by buying that book you've been wanting to read, or splurge for a massage. Don't just make exercise a resolution -- make it a habit! Not only will you feel a sense of accomplishment, but you can also reap the numerous health benefits activity has to offer. Remember to consult your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise program. Ways to sneak in exercise While finding time for activity can sometimes be a challenge, here are easy ways to sneak exercise into your days:
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Pawpaw
February 12, 2012
Your tips for "How to stick with a fitness routine" are good but right before "Measure your progress" you should add "Write down a realistic, measureable goal." If you post that on the refrigerator or tape it to your TV remote, you're much more likely to stick with a fitness routine.
Florida Health
Febrary 13, 2012
Great suggestion, Pawpaw. Thanks for sharing it.
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