Starting to exercise when it’s something you’ve never really enjoyed or made a habit of can feel like a lot. It’s so easy to say, “I’ll start tomorrow,” but then tomorrow never quite feels like the right day. The idea of exercise just feels like another thing on the to-do list that leads to more stress than enjoyment. There may be a million other things that you would rather be doing than exercise. However, exercise will play a critical role in ensuring that you can continue to do the things you love with the people you love!
Make a Mindset Shift and View Exercise as a Privilege
Viewing exercise as a privilege rather than a chore is a powerful mindset shift that can make all the difference when adhering to a program long-term. It will become something you want to do, rather than something you have to do. Because when exercise feels like a chore, you’re more likely to make excuses or skip workouts. However, if you look at it as an opportunity to improve your health, relieve stress, or strengthen your body, you’ll see it as something you “must” check off your to do list.
Value the process rather than just looking for quick results.
You will foster a healthier relationship with your body if you make this mindset shift. Instead of viewing your body as something that needs to be “fixed” or “punished,” you can appreciate it for what it is and what it is capable of. This positive relationship will make it easier to take care of your body, out of love and respect for yourself.
At Longevity Nexum, we will create an exercise prescription that addresses your goals, current health status, and activities you enjoy doing. This gives your exercise prescription meaning, and it makes it specific to YOU! For instance, if your goal is to ski for as long as possible with your family, we will incorporate exercises that are specific to skiing. How could you not be excited then to workout? It means you’ll be able to ski for as long as possible with your loved ones…and that’s the bigger picture!
Visit our Contact Us page to learn more or book your personalized assessment today. Your future self and family will thank you!
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