Even the most hard-core fitness enthusiast will have moments where they wonder about forgoing their daily workout routine. As a beginner in the fitness scene, you may experience this a lot, but don't worry too much, because everyone has times when working out may seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. Why does this happen? Although injury and physical issues may play into this reticence, the real causes are in your mind.
Why Do I feel Like A Couch Potato?
For beginners and long time fitness fiends, the answer to this question is pretty much the same.
• Boredom
• Hitting a plateau
• Distraction
• Everyday life
• Self-esteem
• Lack of visible results
What is really great, however, is that all of the reasons you use to avoid staying focused on your workouts can actually become your motivation to work harder and exceed your goals.
Unique Bodyweight Exercises To The Rescue
One of the ideal aspects of bodyweight exercises is that you can do them anywhere. This often overcomes several of the challenges that are presented in gaining focus, such as lack of time and space in everyday life. Bodyweight exercises are also infinitely variable, which means that you can switch them up in order to break out of the boredom cycle and overcome your plateau. They also give you quick results, and as you start hitting your goals, you will be more motivated to continue.
Regaining your focus also takes mental fortitude. Some psychological tricks you can use include:
• Set attainable goals to boost your confidence
• Create a routine that is manageable no matter what your environment or circumstances
• Ignore the scale, and spend some time in the mirror. That's how you really see results.
• Keep a strength journal. Plot your progression of improvement in reps of exercises to see what you are really gaining.
• Always keep your eye on the prize, no matter how far away it seems
All of these points will boost your confidence and self esteem, and along with your physical abilities, that is what really keeps you pushing to work harder and more consistently.