Have you gained a little weight since high school or even last year? It happens to everyone as they age but luckily excess pounds can be lost through exercise and diet.
The worst part about the solution is finding the motivation to exercise as well as sticking to your meal plan. However, we have a few solutions as to how you can stay motivated and see results!
Keep reading for more information!
Friendly Competition
Chances are if you’ve gained a bit of weight, so has your partner or your best friend. This means you have someone to keep you accountable but also someone to compete with.
The competition could be in the form of who can walk, swim, run, or cycle the most miles or who can lift the most weight. It can also be in the form of the number of pounds or inches lost.
Whichever type of competition you choose, just be sure your goals are similar. A competition of weight loss doesn’t work well for someone who is trying to become more muscular.
Keep things interesting by having the ‘loser’ order a trophy or medal. We love some of the ideas used on www.trophiesplusmedals.co.uk.
Get a Boost of Energy
Leaving work at five only to have to return home to kids, cooking, cleaning, and the mundane grind can make working out feel like a dreaded chore. This is especially true if you have zero energy.
Try to drink extra water throughout your day as it will improve mood and energy levels. Staying hydrated will help keep you feeling full, allowing for more weight loss and allow you to perform your workout better than your partner.
You may be tempted to use pre-workout supplements for the needed energy boost, but doing so can affect your sleep. Taken too late in the day, pre-workout formulas may cause insomnia that night. This makes the day after that much more miserable and you less likely to exercise!
Look Good, Feel Good
Putting on extra weight can make some people feel as though they look ‘bad.’ They might feel embarrassed about returning to the gym. Ease these thoughts by buying a gym outfit or two that you enjoy.
You don’t have to spend a fortune to reap these benefits either! Clothes that actually fit and are comfortable to sweat in can make you want to hit the gym.
Clothes that are designed for your climate and the type of workout you’re doing will also keep you safe.
Need More Motivation to Exercise?
There is literally a way to compete for every type of exercise or fitness program. If you can’t find a workout partner from your work or personal life, try joining a gym that focuses on friendly competition.
Oftentimes, these gyms become almost like a family unit that pushes each other harder than the previous days. There are also many gyms that travel to competitions around the world!
Motivation to exercise comes in many different forms. You may have to try the one that seems the least appealing in order to see results. However, once you finally have the results you want, take time to celebrate!
If you need help with your diet, check out our pointers!