Motivation Vs Dedication

Are most "FITNESS" people really that MOTIVATED?

The simple answer is NO.

If exercise is not a regular part of your life, you might be surprised to read the title. Motivation and Dedication are two different things.

The thing to understand with motivation, is that is doesn`t last for literally anyone.

Yes, you might have been really "motivated" watching people take on the triathlon recently, but let me assure you, three weeks later, when you have a training block early on a rainy morning, that "motivation" won't be there. You need something else in your toolbag to keep going for the long term.

Creating habits needs to be considered and incorporated for any long-term fitness commitment.

Habits are what we do daily and consistently to ensure we don't rely on "feeling" like exercising or training.

I certainly don't exercise every day based on how I am feeling. TRUST ME!  Here are some daily habits you could consider:

• Prepare your gym bag early with your workout gear or have your workout gear out ready so you don't have to shuffle around looking for something.

• Set an alarm, and get up at the same time daily.

• Have an early dinner and try and go to bed as early as possible.

• Find an Accountability Buddy to exercise with. The day you "don`t feel like it" your buddy can help pull you through that day, and vice versa.

• If you plan on exercising in the afternoon, maybe try a pre-workout supplement, have it just before you leave work so you don't divert home instead of the gym.

There are many many "hacks" you can do to create daily habits for you that work, so don't make the all too common mistake of just relying on "motivation". It just doesn't last.

Regards, Sonny Ivanovic

F45 Training Airlie Beach

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