How can sport become a habit?
Probably we are all faced with the situation when we try to start doing sport exercises more than once, but after a while, we stop. I believe that only the development of long-term habits helps to prevent this. It takes time to develop them, but it is the tactic that will help you not to “lose” the sport after a few workouts.
An easy start is important
The best way to get used to exercising is to start with an exercise that is so easy that you can do it even when you lack willpower and can’t motivate yourself to exercise. Start with something that is so easy that you can’t even say no.
Start with small steps
When you decide to start exercising, it is important not to overdo it. For example, the first extremely intense workouts can later be associated only with exhaustion, you are likely to feel angry and tired after it. Therefore, it is suggested to start exercising slowly. Daily workouts can be started from 5 minutes of exercise on the mat, and running can be started from 20 minutes of intense walking.
Most people start exercising with a goal, such as the desire to lose weight. But most experts say it’s a pretty risky path: when people see that results don’t come so quickly, or fail to achieve them in the beginning, people often are likely to drop the sport. It is therefore beneficial to view sport as a habit rather than an aspiration.
In the beginning, the key is to create a new routine that you will follow, not get results. In other words, it is more important not to miss workouts during the first 6 months than to focus on progress.
Let’s get to know ourselves
It is important to find a sport that is enjoyable and appropriate for your body. What your friend likes doesn’t necessarily fit and please you. Therefore, it is very important to look for alternatives, to try as many possible variations as possible. For example, if you feel uncomfortable in group workouts, you can try individual activities.
Integrate the habit into your life
Sport, as a new habit, should not be “uncomfortable” for your normal life. Feel relaxed and don’t punish yourself. For example, if you eat more during your vacation and miss regular workouts, try to swim more or go for a longer walk in the evening. After skipping a workout for other issues, do short stretching exercises in the evening at home. In short, adapt the sport to your life, not adjust your life to it.
Give yourself time
One study showed that getting used to a new healthy behavior requires an average of 66 reps, so things won’t happen overnight. But without rushing and putting pressure on ourselves, we will form long-term habits.
Active bundle
In order for us to feel energetic and motivated, the well-being of the body is also very important. Our Active bundle aims to nourish the gut from within, strengthen immunity and provide energy. It is rich in plant proteins and antioxidants – these substances are essential for sports.
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