Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Too Tired to Exercise?

If you feel too tired to exercise, remember that exercise boosts energy...
Studies show that people who exercise are healthier, cheerier, more energetic, think more clearly, sleep better, and have delayed onset of dementia.  What's more, they get relief from anxiety and mild depression.  No one really disputes the benefits of exercise.
The trick is actually DOING IT!
Exercise GIVES energy.  It is sometimes hard for me to get up on a Saturday morning, after a long work week, to teach my Step It Up class; but, I always leave feeling far more energetic than when I went in. I LOVE to watch my participants have fun during class and excel through fitness  -  just look how HAPPY everyone looks to be there on a Saturday morning!
Think Fun and Variety  - 
We need to have fun  -  even while we're working hard; so, do both!
Whether it's a Step It Up class that changes choreography every week or a trail run that changes scenery every season, design your exercise routine around a variety of exercise methods.  Make sure you include activities you truly enjoy and look forward to doing.  Think movement that's more like recreation and makes you forget you're working out.  Also, music is a great motivational tool to help push you through your workout.