7. Make Fitness Fun

Ways to Make Fitness Fun

Be Flexible

You don't have to pack your workout into just one time slot. If you need to, break your workout into two or more smaller workout sessions spaced throughout the day.

Do Something

If you're like most women, when you don't have a full hour to devote to exercise you opt out. 
Something is always better than nothing. 

Make it a Habit

Fitness isn't a luxury. It's a necessity. By thinking of exercise as just one of many important health habits, working out will become just as automatic as brushing your teeth. 

Get a Goal

When starting or even maintaining a workout, motivation is key. Jot down your goal and post it in a prominent place like your bathroom mirror.

No Gear Needed

Don't have the dough to dish out on a fancy gym membership? Luckily, plenty of recession-proof exercise routines don't involve a gym, equipment, or cash.

Be Consistent

Wonder why the last day you skipped at the gym magically turned into a month? Because when we don't consistently exercise, fitness falls completely off our radar.

No Excuses

The most important part of getting fit is to stop making excuses not to.

Assault Your Senses

You can't possibly get bored on the treadmill when you're watching trashy TV, chatting with your beaux on the phone, Combine forces for extra stimulation. 

Start Slowly

If you start an exercise routine too fast, it's easy to get discouraged—or end up with a dumbbell on your toe.

Keep Track

By writing down your daily workouts (how long you run, how much you lift), you can literally see your progress on the page—often before it shows on your body. 

Wear the Right Gear

Not only does the newest workout apparel make you look pretty damn good, it can battle blisters, wick away moisture, and keep you feeling perky. All that makes for a better workout. 

Don't Overtrain

It's important to stay committed to working out regularly, but if you are hitting the gym for hours every day, you might be over-training.

Mix It Up

If you're like most women, you like routines (manicotti Mondays, sauna Sundays). But strict routines can wreck havoc on your fitness. Doing the same exercises day in and day out can bore both your muscles and your mind. When many women get bored, they just stop.

Have Fun

No matter how many strategies you use, you won't get fit if you aren't having fun. If you don't enjoy traditional workouts, playing sports is a great way to bring back the good 'ole days of gym class.

Jam Out

Music is a great way to make it over that last hill on the trail. But we can get in a music rut just as easily as we get ourselves into workout ruts.

Group Fitness

If you have been working out by yourself for a long time, experiencing group fitness can refresh your health and exercise outlook. Group exercise classes build a sense of community and can make you look forward to hitting the gym.

Change Scenery

Go outside once and a while. The white walls of your gym can get monotonous.