When it comes to being physically active, consistency is key. Knowing your challenges and taking steps to overcome them will help you develop and maintain a physical activity routine. Here are a few tips to help you achieve the goal of regular physical activity.
- Know Your Why. What will keep you going?
- Make a plan. You could commit to the same time each day. Follow a workout plan to stay on track and be accountable.
- Set reminders. These alert you it’s time to get active. Try setting an alarm or keeping your workout clothes in your work bag. Reminders can be important in creating routines.
- Make it easy. You are more likely to stick with a plan that fits your fitness level. Park further from the store. Take the stairs. Even 10-minute walks throughout the day add up!
- Track your progress. Track your progress. Hold yourself accountable and check in on yourself.
- Make it enjoyable. Make it interesting and fun!
Exercise isn’t about doing it every day or being “motivated enough.” It’s about moving more!
Learn more about physical activity with Walk Your Way to Fitness, go.iastate.edu/EYOYWI