What's Holding You Back? Stay Motivated to Workout

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During the summer time when all you want to do is have and play it may seem a lot easier to workout, especially if you are the active type that does outdoor activities all of the time. However, for many people it's quite difficult to workout and they lack the motivation to do so. Why you may ask? Well, they may be managing their kids and keeping them out of trouble during their summer break, working long hours at a new job, or simply lacking the motivation all together because they feel insecure about their weight or they're not as fit as they'd like to be. Or, it could be as simple as them getting out of the habit of working out.

Despite these reasons, if this sounds like you, don't let one of these excuses get in your way of finding fitness activities you enjoy. Everyone has to start somewhere and it's okay if you're starting at the beginning once more. Here are some ways to stay motivated because you can do this!

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Find an Activity or Studio You Love

It all start by being motivated by either a fitness class, activity, or group of people that you enjoy seeing regularly at a studio. Get plugged into a studio or gym and don't be afraid to open yourself up and make friends along the way. Next try a variety of classes if you're not sure what you like. You'll discover which classes are your favorite and which classes you can live without. Challenge yourself and try to attend a certain amount of classes per week -- you've got this!

Carve Out Time for Your Fitness

For many people forming a new fitness habit comes with actually making time. If this means setting your alarm clock a half an hour early so you can go on a run or meeting a group of friends on the weekend to go walking, make it happen! It's easy to make excuses, but chances are you will feel a lot better about yourself if you make a plan to stay fit and focused. They say it takes 30 days to form a habit, so start now and create a fitness schedule for yourself. The transformation may happen slowly but it will certainly be worth it.

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Find Out What's Holding You Back

If you feel guilty for making time for you because of your family, work commitments, or even because of a pet, don't! It's okay to make time for fitness and it's even important to do this so that you have a long and healthy life to spend with your loved ones. If it's the thoughts inside your head that are holding you back don't listen to them. You have the power to reason with your thoughts and to only invite positive and uplifting thoughts in, instead. Soon enough your thoughts will become positive if you block out the negative ones and you'll become more confident. Confidence will lead to you yearning to be disciplined in all areas of your life, including fitness. Join us at Pilates X and allow us to walk you through a healthy and fit lifestyle -- it's all within your reach!