Okay, I know I don’t need to tell you that exercise is absolutely crucial to getting and staying healthy. Still, I can’t tell you how many people tell me that they aren’t working out because they are afraid they’ll look stupid, they fear trying something new, or, they say “I just don’t have time in my busy schedule”. These are fears or excuses you NEED to get over. Your attitude creates your reality, so it’s crucial to have the right one. The power is in your mind, so if you have negative thoughts about your self-image, if you lack confidence, or if you feel hopeless that you’ll ever lose weight, you’re still at square one. If you constantly tell yourself you’re not capable of working out or you are “TOO BUSY” then you’re always going to feel stupid…and eventually you’ll give up. But if you harness your mental power with positive thoughts that you CAN do this, and WILL do this, guess what — you will. Your health is important. Without it you have no life. Ever been to a nursing home…
If working out is new to you, empower yourself with knowledge If you’ve set your mind to do it, get the skills and you’ll feel more comfortable. Start off by hiring a personal trainer or looking online for some great tips. Doing it home first is the most basic way of getting the moves down before you try them in a public setting. OR…. just exercise at home to save time and also money.
Gyms have the best equipment and if you’re terrified of going to the gym, do it anyway. I understand that a gym can be a bit overwhelming the first time you go. But trust me, everyone has a first time stepping through those doors. Everybody has felt weird about lifting the weights in front of the muscle men, moving on the elliptical for the first time, or even signing up for a class. If you’re worried about what you like to other people there, forget it. People are so concentrated what they’re doing, in all likelihood they’re not paying ANY attention to you. If you’re still worried about it, go at a time when the machines are less crowded or meet for a session with a trainer (many gyms offer free introductory training sessions). The important thing is to know that feeling of intimidation will fade. Never be a quitter.
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As you keep working out and becoming stronger, you will become aware of your strength — not just in the gym, but in other aspects of your life. Trust me, this will be a major boost to your confidence level and it will change your frame your mind for the better. It’s all baby steps, but they make a big difference over time. Keep working out, stop feeling stupid, and start feeling great!
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22. February 2010 at 5:05 pm
Hey Beverly…thanks for the post. It is so critical to exercise it cannot be emphasized enough. I like your suggestions at the end of your video. Everyone can figure out some way to get their activity in and if people choose not to engage then they haven’t figured out a “why” that is big enough yet.
Blessings…
.-= Bruce Backman´s last blog ..He Thinks You are Stupid =-.
22. February 2010 at 6:49 pm
Bruce,
Thanks for the comment.I wish I could get this through to everyone.Activity is very important for your overall health. I appreciate you taking the time to write your opinion.
Beverly
22. February 2010 at 11:48 pm
OK, OK…..The message is coming through loud and clear! I really appreciate your words. I have been struggling with this as I was pretty much incapacitated with 2 bad hips for about 5 years. They have both been replaced now, so I’m running out of excuses! I used to be an exercise nut and I need to get back to a routine!
Sometimes we need someone to push us a little!
Fondly,
Nancy
“Mentor Mama”
23. February 2010 at 10:46 pm
Thanks for this Beverly!
I sometimes convince myself I’m too busy for exercising and this is even after I have gone through the P90X workout and was strict to working out every day. It’s difficult to keep at it when you don’t put yourself in a routine. I’ve found that we form habits and if we chose to place exercising into one of these daily routines, I feel a TON better.
There are a ton of opportunities for people to get started with exercise and things like yoga, pilates, kickboxing, etc are all great places for people to start and will most likely find a “workout buddy” from what I’ve found out. For two years I went to yoga with my mom from the time I was 16 until I was 18 and I noticed that when people had a “workout buddy” with them, they were more likely to come and have a productive workout.
Great work
-Chris
.-= Chris Hughes´s last blog ..The Top 10 Traits of Successful Entrepreneur’s =-.
25. February 2010 at 12:36 am
Yoga may be more effective than standard treatment in reducing chronic low back pain in minority populations, according to new study.
Thanks for sharing this kind of information
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25. February 2010 at 4:36 pm
Yoga is good.I want to start taking a class.I heard it is good for your bones too.
Beverly
21. March 2010 at 6:47 am
Keep posting goodaritcle.