Feel like you have no motivation to exercise anymore? This is never fun, especially when you have ambitious fitness goals in mind. Here are some reasons why you don’t feel like exercising, and some strategies that you can use to overcome this feeling.
1. Setting goals which are too ambitious is the #1 reason why you may have no motivation to exercise anymore
Sometimes, we bite off more than we chew in life. Exercise and fitness are no exception to this rule. You have two options if you feel your goals are too ambitious. Therefore, Try stretching out the amount of time that you have to achieve your existing goals. If you feel that your goals are simply unattainable, scale your goals down.
2. You Are Depressed
Depression is a drain on your energy. If you feel no energy to exercise, then you may want to evaluate your emotional state. Consider working with a therapist or counselor who can help you work through these feelings if they are long-term. If you are feeling depressed for a day or so, take the day off to recover.
3. Surrounded By Negativity
Sometimes, we find ourselves in a very negative atmosphere. If most of the people around you are feeling very negative, then you might want to change your environment. Find a community of supportive people who are also motivated to help you achieve your goals.
4. You Don’t Believe In Yourself
If you don’t believe in your ability to achieve your goals, then you will lose sight of your ability to achieve them. When you feel like your efforts don’t matter, then you will not feel motivated to put in any effort. You will feel that constant feeling of self-defeat which is destructive to your goals and self-esteem.
5. You Don’t Have Any Goals
It’s easier to work toward a goal than to put in effort aimlessly. You will find that you won’t be inspired to exercise when you don’t have any reason to do so. Try setting a goal first, and you will feel encouraged when you achieve the goal that you set for yourself.
If you are lacking in motivation, be a little bit introspective and try to pinpoint a reason why you aren’t feeling motivated. Find a way to connect exercise to where you want to be in life, and make sure that your goals are attainable.
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