How do you motivate yourself?

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I look at exercise as something that is non-negotiable. The way I always must brush my teeth in the morning-I must workout 6 days a week and on the 7th day make sure I stay active doing fun things with my family. I've been working out for years but I remember it took about 1 month to fully establish my exercise habit.

Same for me, it's a non-negotiable behaviour.

Branstin

I stay motivated by taking this commitment as seriously as I take other commitments in my life, staying focus, and keeping your goal at the forefront of your mind everyday.

teeya1984

the number one thing i do to motivate myself is to look at myself in the mirror, naked. or i look at a picture i have just taken of myself in a cute bathing suit or summer outfit - which does not look cute at all on me.

Exercising is just something that has to be done...like getting out of bed, showering, going to work, feeding the dog, etc etc. Our bodies need exercise to function properly. 30 mins per day of moderate exercise will make you feel better and look better.

I bought an elliptical because i found that i wasting a lot of time going to and from the gym (about an hour round trip) - it just made more sense to workout at home. And since i have done that, i find its easier than ever to get a workout in. I put something fun on the tv (or something motivational like a movie with all skinny, fit girls acting in it) and i just go go go for 45mins-1hour.

Maybe it would be beneficial for you to invest in a good piece of equipment for your home? yes, they can be expensive at first, but they earn their keep super quickly. And its worth the money (if you are committed to using it). There are a lot of things i have regretted buying, but my elliptical isn't one of them.

Another thing i do for motivation is look at pictures of myself from when i was at my goal weight (in high school lol). When i look at those pictures it helps me realize that it is possible to be at that weight again.

good luck! ox