Woodbine, IA – Where does exercise land on your priority list? For some, it’s a top priority and how they start the day. For others, it’s an occasional focus or short-lived resolution. While exercise may be your primary reason for ‘losing weight’, being active does play a key role in improving your physical and mental well-being – more than you think.
Before you reach for the Rolodex of reasons why there is not enough time in the day to exercise, let’s focus on some tips to help you become a better version of yourself.
Plan your active time(s)
By taking the initiative to set aside time during the day to be active, you can better plan around ‘those times’. Add it to your calendar and stick to it. You may not enjoy it at the time, but you’ll feel accomplished when you finish!
Ask for help
If you are struggling with becoming and staying motivated, ask a friend, partner, or family member to join you – or to help push you. It makes a difference when someone you care for, helps hold you accountable.
Take a stand against sitting
It’s easier said than done, but try turning off the TV, phone, etc. that may keep you from focusing on your activity goals. Many of us sit in our cars and sit at our workstations during the day. It takes dedication to say ‘no’ to sitting! Instead of sitting on the couch when you get home, spend that time doing chores around the house, playing at the park with your pets/kids, or going for a brisk walk to help counter those ‘cravings’ to take a seat.
Work activities into your sedentary times
Life is about balance, so watching movies and TV shows shouldn’t be abolished. Try finding ways to work in physical activity during your normal ‘sitting time’. Some examples may include
- Marching in place, doing jumping jacks, completing crunches, or performing squats while watching TV or throughout commercial breaks
- ‘Fidgeting’ more by tapping your feet when sitting or by drumming your fingers on a desk, your leg, etc.
- Pacing around your entire house while talking on the phone
Reward yourself
Getting into and staying with new habits is a great first step. By setting and achieving short-term goals, you acknowledge your accomplishments and can feel good when you reward yourself. Reinforcing confidence with positive affirmations helps you commit to ongoing activity and fitness goals. Reward yourself with treats such as
- Workout gear or new clothing
- Exercise shoes
- Books or music
- Massage
Recovery
Regardless of how hard you push yourself, being more active means that your muscles will get sore. Remember to be kind to your body and to introduce recovery methods to help feel your best. Consider trying all-natural products like Peaceful Mountain’s lineup of homeopathic musculoskeletal topical gels to seek temporary relief from minor symptoms of discomfort. The company’s products are quick absorbing, petroleum-free, and paraben-free, with no animal testing, and no added dyes.
In case you need a few more reasons to shop Peaceful Mountain, the company provides American-based customer service to its customers (Monday-Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm CST), as well as same-day shipping and a customer loyalty program when products are purchased at PeacefulMountain.com.
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