Making exercising enjoyable and fun will keep you motivated to get moving.
Making exercising enjoyable and fun will keep you motivated to get moving.

Set goals for yourself and write them down. Keep your list in a place where you can review it everyday.
Keep your workout clothes in plain sight. Hang them where you will see them every day.
Lay them out next to your bed or keep them in your car or at work.
Make your exercise routine a habit. Include it in your daily schedule.
Think of the negative consequences of skipping a workout. Get angry at yourself and get back on track.
Focus on the benefits of exercising, such as improving your health or fitting into your skinny jeans.
Work out with a friend or relative and track each other's progress.
Reward yourself when you accomplish your goals with a massage, a mini-vacation, or a new outfit.
Did you know? A 2009 study showed that men who jogged or otherwise exercised fairly intensely for at least 30 minutes a day had a 50 percent reduction in the risk of dying prematurely from cancer.