Today’s topic is FIVE Ways to Avoid Fitness Burnout:

1.Do not do it alone.

Whether it’s the gym or biking or running, it’s more fun with the company of a friend.

Obviously, you have to be flexible.  Maybe not do it the time you prefer or the location you prefer.

You won’t bail if someone is waiting for you.  You will work out more often. You will run longer or even faster.

2. Have a realistic goal.

It could be to walk a certain number of steps each day.  Maybe it’s to lose a few pounds.

It could also be to increase your cadence or pace or even complete a certain distance.

Having a goal can help you keep at it each day.

3. Switch it up.

Vary the time you work out. Try for sunrises rather than sunsets.

Or change the location where you run. Switch from road running to trail running.

Go biking or swimming instead. Take a yoga class.

Learn something new such as SUP or Pickleball.

4. Make it fun.

It shouldn’t feel like a punishment.

Take photos of the pretty scenery where you run or hike.

Reward yourself with a delicious treat.

5. Cut yourself slack.

The most important thing to consider when it comes to avoiding fitness burnout is how you deal with yourself.

We are always our own worst critics. If there are days where you just don’t feel like getting up and working out or running, your first instinct may be to start overwhelming yourself with negative thoughts (i.e. “I feel so lazy.” “I’ll never be ready for this race.”)

They don’t help you. They’re certainly not encouraging you to achieve your fitness goals.

Instead, say to yourself: “I’m tired. That’s okay. I’ll get up and shower and if I’m still really not feeling like a run, I’ll go for a walk instead and I’ll run tomorrow.” 

Happy Running! Ever feel that fitness burnout? If so, what do you do?  Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

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