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Exercising on a regular basis is important because it provides several short-term and long-term benefits. Some of those benefits are staying in shape, losing weight, and reducing health risks such as heart attacks and strokes. Studies have found that one of the top reasons that people often quit exercising is that they become bored. There are, however, several ways to keep you on the right track of exercising regularly. Here are some ways to inspire your mind to alleviate boredom during exercise.
Change Up Your Exercise Routine
Continuing to do the same exercise routine day after day is a good way to become bored during exercising. You should try to change up your exercise routine on a regular basis to prevent getting bored. For example, if you mostly walk for exercise, try to alternate between walking and jogging every 20 minutes if possible to change it up. Not only does changing up your exercise routine help with boredom but it can also help your body lose more weight by burning more calories.
Get a Workout Buddy
Adding a workout buddy is a good way to alleviate boredom. While working out, you and your buddy can encourage each other, keep each other company, and stay on the right track. When selecting your buddy, you should try to find someone who has the same or similar workout goals as you do.
Set Different Goals
Many people set workout goals for themselves on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. To keep from getting bored during exercise, you may want to challenge yourself to see if you can beat your existing goals. For example, if you have a goal to do at least 25 push-ups a day, try to go for 30 or 35 push-ups. You can reward yourself with something that you would enjoy if you met that new goal.
Work Out to Music
Music is a great way to keep the boredom away. You can listen to some of your favorite music artist’s songs as you work out. It is recommended that you listen to fast paced music that will keep you moving and get your heart rate up. If you prefer, you can also purchase workout music CDs used by fitness instructors online.
Switch up Your Exercise Location
Changing up where you go to exercise can be a good way to relieve boredom as well. If you normally work out at a gym, move outdoors to take a walk or run around the facility or your neighborhood for a bit. The new scenery may be just what you need.
The trick is to keep yourself inspired and entertained as you work out. The benefits of continuing a regular exercise program far outweigh the perceived benefits of stopping, even if you aren’t seeing immediate results. Keep at it, and you’ll live a long, healthy life!
About the Author: Robert Stephonic is a personal loan coordinator and loves writing about finance. When he’s not working, he loves running, swimming, and playing sports with his friends and family.
Originally posted on May 18, 2011 @ 7:55 am
