Staying Motivated

A large majority of the population has tried exercising in the past but unfortunately, most give it up after a short while due to lack of motivation.
But those who are committed to the gym long after all their co-workers have given up on those New Year's resolutions say there are tricks to stay motivated and finally reach your fitness goals.
The main thing committed exercises have in common is that they do not exercise just to lose weight. They see exercise as a form of recreation or social connection. In other words, they actually enjoy going to the gym or for a jog.
That's not as ridiculous as it may sound to some. The gym can seem very boring if you go on your own, day in and day out. But if you try going with friends or join classes where you can meet new friends who share your health goals, all of a sudden you will be having fun and actually look forward to a regular sweat.
Many people quit working out because they get bored. Working out with friends, trying new exercises or classes or even new sports will keep you interested. Not only will you have more fun, but you will burn more calories because your muscles will be challenged in new and different ways.
Another trick to use to keep you going to the gym is repetition. Experts say for something to become a habit, a person has to do it for 21 days straight. This doesn't just apply to the gym but to all facets in life. So the next time you are thinking of joining the gym or beginning a new workout regimen, commit yourself to just 3 or 4 weeks. At the end of that period, you will find that you no longer have to force yourself to put your trainers in your gym bag. You'll actually want to go to the gym.
If you really don't like going to the gym, remember that physical activity comes in all forms. Put your joggers on and walk around the mall before you hit the sales, or get in the backyard and do some gardening. One trainer I spoke to suggested to his clients that they thoroughly clean one room in their house every week in place of a workout.
The point is not to think of exercise as something that is difficult and strenuous, but as something that should be added to your life in different, creative ways.