subject: How To Stick To An Exercise Program [print this page] First: Find an exercise program you enjoyFirst: Find an exercise program you enjoy. If you enjoy it, the chances are you're going to want to stick with it.
Second: Find something that fits your lifestyle: For example, something that dose not require you to go the mountains to hike or require special equipment that you don't have or can't afford.
Third: Make an appointment with yourself to exercise so there always time that's scheduled in..Without that reminder, it's easy to run out of time..
Fourth: Psych yourself up: You have to recognize the benefits of exercise,, By doing something you like to do and getting into some consistency,, if you're on a program for a while. you'll start to feel the results..You'll feel better. have some pride when you finish your workout, maybe reduce some stress..And you may notice you've gotten a little stronger or lost some weight. You can use these things to help reinforce your positive attitude for exercise.
Fifth: Morning is a good time to exercise: It helps get your day started and you get it done and out of the way..
Sixth: Exercise at least three times a week. And try to incorporate activity that exercises the cardiovascular system as wells strengthens your muscles.. Things like taking a brisk walk for 20 to 30 minutes, cycling, play recreational sports or exercise classes are all valuable workouts for cardiovascular system.
Seventh: Exercise in moderation: Some people, when the get on a program, get fanatical for a few weeks, then stop..The key is consistency, not how intense you are per session. It's much more important to have a moderate session and do it consistently over a long period of time..
