Establish a routine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHabits are best formed when you do them regularly, for example, always at the same time or in the same context. Whether you train in the morning, at noon or in the evening is of course up to you. Depending on your individual preference, any time of day can be the right time for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your workout routine should become so ingrained that it becomes a ritual. This means that the time of day, place or cue automatically starts you towards grabbing your bag and heading out. If your workout times are completely random, it will be harder to benefit from the momentum of a ritual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Experiment to find the workout time that\u2019s best for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When it comes to exercise, the best time of day to get in a workout session is one that you can do consistently. Everyone is different. The right time depends on factors like your preference, lifestyle, and body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many people find that it\u2019s best to exercise first thing in the morning; that way, when they get tired and stressed, or distracted with day to day life, their workout doesn\u2019t end up getting pushed off the schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, that\u2019s not a rule for everyone. Everybody\u2019s got different work\/life schedules and different rhythms to their daily energy and motivation. Maybe you\u2019ll love working out at lunchtime or at night. You\u2019ll never know unless you try. Experiment with different options and see what works best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why exercise is great first thing in the morning<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhile there isn\u2019t a one-size-fits-all answer, morning workouts do have some benefits. Let\u2019s look at the potential benefits of an early exercise session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Morning workouts typically mean you\u2019re less prone to distractions. When you first wake up, you haven\u2019t started tackling the day\u2019s to-do list. You\u2019re also less likely to get phone calls, text messages, and emails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With fewer distractions, you\u2019re more likely to follow through with your workout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Experts agree that a morning schedule is best. Exercise, take a shower, and you\u2019re energized for the day. Working out early may encourage you to make healthier choices throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
By exercising early, you may feel more energized throughout the day. Morning exercise is a great way to start the day on the positive note. You\u2019ll also feel a sense of accomplishment, giving you an optimistic outlook for the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An early morning workout could set the tone for a healthier day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Schedule It<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt will be a time where there will be nothing other than your exercise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fitness is just as important as work, social obligations, and after-school activities. Plan your workouts in advance, and put them on your calendar. Doing this will serve as a mental commitment, and you\u2019re more likely to stick with your plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lay out your gear and be prepared<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGet those cute workout close out the night before!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The night before, pick your favorite workout outfit and set it out all ready to go. When your alarm goes off, you\u2019ll be all set to get your butt in gear!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The fewer obstacles there are in forming your new habit, the more likely you are to be successful. If you have to not only wake up early but get a bunch of gear together while half awake, you might just want to go back into bed. But if you lay out your workout clothes and shoes and watch and mp3 player, or whatever you need for your exercise, you\u2019ll be ready to go with no obstacles at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plus, having a cute workout outfit on, is always a great motivator for actually getting that daily workout in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Motivate yourself<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIdentify your motivation. Whether you aim to lose weight, feel more energized or develop awesome abs, choosing a personal fitness goal as a primary motivator can make it easier to make regular exercise a routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find a picture of yourself when you were at your goal weight. Put it as your screensaver or your phone background, print it out and put it at your desk, hang it up on your bathroom mirror. It just needs to be somewhere that will be a constant reminder of your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do something you enjoy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nExercising regularly is one of the most common New Year\u2019s resolutions. And also one of the most commonly broken. Gyms around the world fill up with freshly-minted members in January . . . who are almost all gone by February. I wonder if they would\u2019ve stayed if they actually enjoyed it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To make exercise a habit, it\u2019s as simple as finding a form of exercise that you truly love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That\u2019s it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It might sound too simple, but I promise you, if you find a form of exercise that you love doing, you won\u2019t struggle to make exercise a habit. On the flip side, if you\u2019re forcing yourself to do something you hate, you\u2019re not going to keep it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re struggling to find a form of exercise that resonates with you, I\u2019d encourage you to give everything a try. You never know what is going to be the one you fall in love with!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find something that you enjoy doing. If you don\u2019t like lifting weights, try a bodyweight program. If you hate cardio, mix it up with dance, kick-boxing, or HIIT. If you don\u2019t like working out by yourself, try joining a CrossFit class, or a martial arts school, or a team sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Exercise is now something I look forward to. In fact feels like one of the best parts of my life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n