Fitting it in

No. This is not a post about trying to squeeze into too tight jeans (though I find that a problem a lot these days!). This post is focused on ways to fit a workout into a busy lifestyle.

I hear so many reasons why people don't work out - it is too cold, it's dark early, it is too hot, I have too much work to do...

I'm lucky for many reasons. Two of which are thus:
1. I am a morning person. I like crossing a workout off the list of things to do before there is a chance that life will take over and ruin all my plans.
2. I am addicted to the endorphin rush a workout gives.

For these two reasons alone I will probably never have a problem making time to work out. Staying fit and healthy is so important to me that I will not hesitate to wake up at 0400 to go for a run or getting to the gym at 0600 to smash out a workout prior to starting the working day.

But, I am a realist. I know not everyone has the inclination to get up before dawn and pound the pavement. So, for those who are not so inclined, however, there are tried and true ways to ensure you find time to stay fit:

• Pair up with a buddy - you'll be more inclined to turn up if you know someone is depending on you
• Join a group fitness class - like the aforementioned, the camaraderie of classes can become self motivating
• Pay for it - financially forking over your hard earned is often enough to get you to turn up whether it be PT or a gym membership
• Set a goal - perhaps you have a holiday coming up or you want to train for a particular event. Having something to look forward to can provide you with the motivation you need to keep going

Whichever tact you take make sure you surround yourself with people who support and encourage you. Distance yourself from those who do not. It has been proven time and again that a positive attitude makes all the difference to success.