I’ve briefly touched on fitness in the last few months here at ABA, but to be honest, I kept making excuses and just continued to not make exercise a priority in my life. With encouragement from the hubby and self-talk to myself, I’ve finally worked towards overcoming fitness excuses and made it through a second week of regular workouts.
Tank (similar) // Sports bra // Leggings // Running shoes
None of us are perfect, this we all know, but there are definitely things available to us in our life that can help make things better. One of those things is working out. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized maintaining an active lifestyle is a huge key to happiness and health for both my own good, as well as for those around me.
Not only does staying active keep me healthy, but also happy. Lest not forget, Elle Woods famous quote, “Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy.”
As I previously mentioned, I just made it through my second week of regular workouts. But you might want to know how overcoming fitness excuses happened. Well here we go, let’s jump right into it, #vulnerable!
– Find a support system
Whether it’s a friend or your significant other, find someone who can encourage you, keeps you accountable and help to overcome any sort of excuses you might be making. My hubby has done a great job of being my cheerleader, and it’s meant so much. His words of encouragement definitely have kept me consistent these last two weeks. He keeps me accountable but so does my friend, Lauren, who has been meeting me at the class. I’ve realized, that I am so much more motivated, and accountable, when there’s someone else working out with me! It’s a small but significant part to overcoming fitness excuses on my end. Plus, you guys too! Writing this post keeps me accountable!
– Figure out a schedule and stick to it
I’ve never been great at just working out, freestyle, at the gym. I love workout classes and have found a few mainstays. Our gym puts out a calendar of classes and the type-A in me, circled every one I was interested in and have since figured out a Tuesday/Thursday class schedule that’s worked for me in these initial days back. Knowing that I’ll be spending an hour working out, and doing good for me personal health and well-being, has encouraged me to stick with it and just make the workouts part of my weekly routine.
– Treat yourself to a cute outfit, or a few, to not only feel good but look good
#Treatyoself, because working out is so much more fun when you have some fun outfits to wear or a cute pair of running shoes that you’re excited to lace-up. I actually just ordered a new pair of Nike running shoes, as a treat to myself for making it through two weeks of dedicated workouts. Since I’m doing a lot of circuits and some high-intensity classes, I love opting for leggings during my workouts. Zella has quickly become a go-to brand for flattering and budget conscious workout gear. You can also see a darling workout outfit from last month in this post.
– Set attainable goals
I think I can speak for many in saying that setting unattainable goals gets us nowhere. For me, overcoming fitness excuses has included setting attainable goals such as just making it to class, giving my all for the hour and taking care of my body (eating better and drinking less alcohol) throughout these last two weeks. I’m not measuring my goals via a scale, for the first time in ages! Y’all it feels so nice to not be dictated by a number. For me, getting back into a healthy routine, is just knowing that I feel better, my body looks better and my endurance level is higher. The former are all attainable goals, and I look forward to checking back in on them in the coming months.
What sorts of goals do you set when it comes to working out? Do you have any tips for overcoming fitness excuses? Let me know in the comments!
KatWalkSF says
So many great tips! We all need a little support!
-Kat
Rachel says
Love your leggings! Looks great!
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Anna English says
I’ve had such a hard time sticking to my fitness routine lately! Thanks for sharing!
Ashley Zeal says
“And happy people don’t kill their husbands. They just don’t”
Jenna Colgrove says
i love the color of those leggings!!
Ashley DTKAustin says
I love this post! I feel like I make stupid excuses everyday to get out of working out! haha. Love your workout look too!
Lindsey says
The struggle can be so real! :p I agree that cute, comfy shoes can be a big motivator!
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Steph says
I should print this and put it on my mirror! This is a great post.
xo,
Steph
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Brooke says
Great tips!! Definitely needed to be reminded of this! Also, I love these leggings!
xo
Brooke
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Kileen says
I love these leggings!! Such a pretty color, I’m going to need to snag this one!
Kileen
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Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says
I am the worst with this!!
Angelle says
Such a good post!!!!!!!I I need to quit with my excuses and get back to my daily workouts!!
xoxo,
Angelle
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Kimberly Smith says
I just did a post about this same thing – I definitely feel more motivated to hit the gym if I have cute clothes to wear!
Adaleta says
I love seeing the results and having great workout wear always helps!
Victoria says
so hard to get motivated! but cute work out clothes certainly help!!!
xo
Victoria
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Amanda Maxwell says
I agree that setting a schedule with your workouts in it is super important in staying the course of fitness. Good luck on your journey!!
Rachel says
Totally agree on your point! It’s never been easy for me to go to the gym! Those legging might help though!;)
Laurenjparry says
I love your tips! I have those leggings too! They are so cute.
kelly says
obsessed with those leggings, such a great color!
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Lindsay says
This is the hardest thing ever for me too!! Thanks for these great tips
Azanique says
These pants are adorable! I love them
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Lindsay and Whitney says
Such a cute post! I love your outfit. And these are great tips to stay on track. I need to make a schedule for sure and stick with it!