How to pump yourself up for a workout you donāt wanna do
Usually Iām working out after an 8 hour day of work/class and sometimes I am just NOT feeling it. But consistency is key and exercise is important!!! So I have a few tricks up my sleeve to get my booty to the gym (so I can grow that booty)
1. Drink water. Hydration is everything!! And sometimes all you need is a big ol bottle of ice water to wake you up and make you feel super refreshed.
2. Splash water on your face. Sometimes Iāll just splash some cold water on my face to invigorate me, so simple but so effective.
3. Have a snack. Preferably some carbs and protein. I like almonds and orange slices, crackers and hummus, banana and almond butter, and my current fav, whole wheat bread with half an avocado, sea salt, and EVOO. Droooling.
4. Do a quick warm up. Sometimes Iāll do some basic calisthenics just to remind my body how good it feels to move. A few minutes of jumping jacks, burpees, or squat jumps can really wake you up and do wonders for your energy levels.
5. Update your playlist. New music always gets me so jazzed to workout!! Spend a few minutes downloading some new jams to get you real hype to go hard at the gym.
6. Have some caffeine. A lot of studies have shown that caffeine before a workout can be really effective. I like to have a cup of green tea, my friends do espresso shots, whatever works for you!! (Dark chocolate works great as well)
7. Remind yourself why youāre working out. Most of us have fitness goals whether thatās running faster, lifting stronger, losing weight, or looking hot in a bikini (or maybe all of the above!!!). Spending a couple minutes meditating on your goal before a workout can really bring about some powerful feelings of intention and focus.
8. Get a workout buddy. Working out with someone and having a schedule really holds you accountable. Itās easier to let yourself down and not go to the gym than to let your friend down and not show up, you know.
9. Do an at home workout instead. Thereās soooo many awesome videos out there on the internet so if you really donāt want to go to the gym, you can easily find a killer workout video of your choice on the web.
10. Take a warm up walk outside. Fresh air and nature are really quite powerful. When Iām feeling sleepy, I find that just being outside and breathing in fresh air for a few minutes really does wake me up and make me feel more energized for my work out.
11. And of course, take a rest day and listen to your body. If youāve been going hard for weeks and youāre feeling tired, just take a day off and donāt beat yourself up over it!!!! The gym will always be there tomorrow and your body will be grateful for the break.
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