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25 Ways Personal Trainers Keep Their Motivation
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It’s not always easy to stick to your exercise program. Here are 25 ways that professional trainers get motivated and inspired—and stay there.
- Try a new class to break up your routine
- Have a little treat every day to help control cravings
- Rev up your music with new, upbeat playlists
- Give yourself an internal pep talk
- Plan an extra delicious post-workout meal
- Workout with a buddy or a group
- Practice mindfulness to help stay focused
- Surround yourself with positive people
- Listen to your body so you know when to push harder—and when to slow down
- Walk or run to the gym as a warmup
- Stay focused on the present and what you can accomplish right now
- Watch yourself in the mirror as you work out to perfect your form
- Try a cup of energizing Matcha tea pre-workout
- Check fitness hashtags on Instagram and Twitter for a little extra inspiration
- Remember how good you’ll feel after your workout
- Practice gratitude to stay grounded in your routine
- Customize your music playlists to set a particular mood
- Indulge in a new workout outfit
- Remember to rest enough so your muscles recover well
- Approach your workouts from a strong, positive, persistent point of view
- Eat small, frequent meals to keep your energy up
- Set realistic goals
- Keep a written journal to record your progress
- Take classes that challenge you
- Make time for activities that you’re passionate about