ENDORPHIN JUNKIE - EXERCISE THREAD
USE SHORTER WORKOUTS TO BUILD CONSISTENCY-
Most experts recommend that you exercise up to 90 minutes most days of the week, emphasizing that you gradually work your way up to that duration. However, a recent study conducted at Boston Sports Clubs found that participants who exercised for 20-30 minutes did so more consistently than those involved in 45-60 minute workout sessions. This study shows that you’re more likely to stick to a shorter duration workout than a longer one.
If you’re having trouble staying consistent with exercise, try a shorter workout session. Tell yourself that you’ll exercise for 10 or 15 minutes, and follow through with it. Of course 10 minutes of exercise is better than totally skipping a workout. But, once you’ve hit that small goal (whether it’s 5, 10, or 20 minutes), ask yourself if you could keep going. You may find that planning on a short workout is enough to get you to the gym, and once you’re there, you can do a lot more than you thought.
SO HAVE YOU MOVED TODAY???Set your Goals high, and don't stop till you get there. ~Bo Jackson~
I was finally able to excersize again!!! I packed up my doggie and went on a bike ride!! My ankle is still sore and stiff.. but it didn't hurt while riding! I was sooooooo excited!
It's been really hard for me, I broke my ankle over a year ago... and it's still not healed... so I've REALLY had to watch my diet..
But now, I intend on riding my bike much more!! yay!
Renee*
It's been really hard for me, I broke my ankle over a year ago... and it's still not healed... so I've REALLY had to watch my diet..
But now, I intend on riding my bike much more!! yay!
Renee*
