Woman's Health Minute - I keep skipping my workouts! - Fitness

Click here to listen to Dawn talk about why you skip your workouts and how you can correct it!

Deciding to exercise sometime in the future is easy. In fact, you often make that decision when you’re rested, energetic and motivated. What happens when the time comes to actually do it and that decision is not so easy? What will you say to the little voice in your head saying, “I’m so tired and I’d much rather sleep in than exercise. I could do it later.” 

Skipping your workout may be the right decision if you’re sick, injured or you has exercised several days in a row already. Before you skip your workout, there are a few questions to ask yourself that may help you make the right choice.

Will I regret this decision?

Maybe it would feel good to stay in bed and sleep or go home from work without the hassle of driving in traffic to get to the gym. True, but how will you feel later? Maybe you will end up feeling guilty and wishing you’d made a different choice. Thinking about the consequences may push you to make the right decision.

Exercise is a choice, not a prison sentence. Knowing you are in charge and own your behavior may push you in the right direction.

Exercise is a commitment we make every day. Some days you're more committed than others, so draw on the discipline you have learned to make yourself get up and get out of the door.

Every day is different. You may have to work harder sometimes to get motivated.