No matter how long we’ve been working out, there are always days when we want to quit exercising halfway through our routine. During these times, it’s important to have some mental tricks to motivate you to carry on. Before you try these tips, make sure you’re eating nutritiously, staying hydrated, and sleeping well. Here are our go-to mental tricks for you to try out the next time you feel like giving up on your workout.
Create a Playlist
Music can help you workout harder and longer because time flies by when you’re looking forward to hearing the next song on your playlist. Create a track that motivates you and keeps you energized and when you feel like quitting, blast that song that makes you smile.
Workout With a Friend
If you’re having trouble getting yourself to the gym, ask a friend to go with you. You’ll be less likely to skip your workout and you’ll have a friend to exercise with once you’re there.
Set a Stopping Point
When you’re in the middle of a run or halfway through a set, it’s easy to stop when you get tired. If you have an end goal in mind, like to run for 30 minutes or a 5K, you’ll be more likely to continue exercising until you’ve reached your set point.
Distract Yourself
Cycling or the Stairmaster can get boring quickly, so next time try distracting yourself by counting your steps or how fast you can pedal in a minute. You’ll be too busy to convince yourself to give up.
