By now, your New Year’s Resolution likely feels like nothing more than a distant memory. After all, the majority of these goals are abandoned by the majority of people within just a few weeks.
This is often because we place too much pressure on ourselves when setting long-term goals – which often feel too far out of reach when first starting out, meaning it feels easier to abandon them instead of keep pushing forward.
We also place too much emphasis on setting goals at the start of the year, as opposed to spreading out our goals over the course of several months.
Simply put, you don’t have to wait for the ball to drop to set new goals – especially if your track record with resolutions leaves much to be desired. This is particularly important if your goals are related to health and fitness, as the sooner you get started, the sooner you’ll reap the benefits!
With that in mind, here are some steps that you can use to introduce exercise into your routine – so that you’re already on track for your goals before the end of the year!
Address Any Issues Before Getting Started
Whether you’re dealing with low mobility or a pre-existing injury, addressing any of the barriers that stop you from working out beforehand is key to staying safe while working out. For example, if you’re struggling with pain, discomfort, and muscular tension, you could benefit from visiting a Chiropractor who can help you work through this.
Start Small
If it has been a while since you last worked out consistently, you should not throw yourself into vigorous or overly strenuous exercise right away. After all, while this may seem like a great way to push yourself, it is far more likely to leave you feeling overwhelmed and could even increase your chances of getting injured. As such, you should start small – such as by working out for thirty minutes a few times a week. You can always increase both the frequency and the intensity of your workouts as time goes on and your stamina and strength increase!
Find An Activity You Enjoy
Working can sometimes feel like a chore, especially if you’re tired or experiencing a dip in motivation. However, it should not always feel that way – and you can combat this by finding an exercise activity you genuinely enjoy as opposed to feeling obligated to complete. For example, instead of working independently in the gym, you may want to try out a range of classes (across all disciplines) until you find something that you find exciting.
Increase Your Daily Steps
Increasing your daily steps is another great way to introduce exercise into your routine. In fact, many people find that this is a great way to lose weight without really having to break a sweat. Furthermore, from going for a short walk on your lunch break to avoiding using your car for short trips and journeys, there are many strategies that you can employ to get you walking more!
