When exercise is the last thing you feel like doing
So what do you do when exercise is the last thing you feel like doing? This is hard friends. I know from personal experience when you donโt feel well it is not easy to make yourself workout.
When you wake up with vibrant energy and are healthy it can be fairly simple to go for a jog, a walk, or hit the gym, right? On the other hand, if you feel tired, sluggish, or are hurting in your body it may be the last thing you feel like doing.
A catch 22. You think I will exercise when I feel better, but to feel better you need exercise. I suffered from Adrenal Fatigue and exercise was the last thing I felt like doing, trust me. The thing I had to realize was walking was the best exercise for me in this season. Getting some fresh air, sunshine, and walking could be the very best way to get moving in the right direction.
Sometimes we get caught up in what others say that exercise looks like and if we donโt achieve that it may make us feel defeated. Let me tell you something, that is a lie! Anything you do to get yourself moving in any way is progress friends.
Change the way you think!ย
Start renewing your mind to think that you are able to change and that each step in the right direction is a victory. Donโt conform to what others opinions are or compare yourself to anyone else. People are not in your shoes, and therefore have no IDEA of what you are personally going through or what challenges you may be facing.
Confess where your going, not where you are!
Start declaring over yourself that you are going to take care of this body God blessed you with. Pray for strength to be a good steward and for wisdom about what type of exercise you need for the place you are in today. God knows, he sees all, therefore who better to ask? Find an activity to get your heart rate up you enjoy. An answered prayer for our family has been Pickle Ball. This has been a great way to get much needed exercise and have fun at the same time.
Find a reason beyond yourself, and keep those goals in plain view!
- Be a better servant unto God
- Be a stronger wife and mother
- ย More energy to enjoy my kids
- Live longer to enjoy grandchildren
- ย More productive in my job
- An example for others
- Teach my children discipline over their body
- (You fill in the blank)
Make a decision to start today!
You are the only one who can decide to make it happen, it is up to you. Focus on what you can do today and do it! Whether it is as simple as a walk down your driveway, or a walk through the park, a bike ride, or just lifting your arms over head(if your are unable to get up) just do it!
Small steps can lead to big change if you are consistent. Each day celebrate your success! Please share by commenting below any way you have implemented any of these ideas and made progress. Your input could be the encouragement someone needs today.
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To Your Health
Jenay Green
