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Ways to Help Commit to

YOUR WOR

Setting intentions is a powerful thing . Then when you have that shiny new gym membership in hand , you feel like nothing stands between you and your goals to get in shape once and for all .
The trouble is lack of motivation , unpreparedness and busy schedules have a way of interfering with our plans . If you find yourself struggling to stick to your goals , you ' re in good company . A whopping 67 percent of people surveyed by Statistic Brain in 2017 said they have gym memberships they never use .
Even after a great start , you may find yourself struggling to find motivation to stay on track . Try one of these tips to make it easier to make your fitness regimen stick and most importantly - feel good while getting fit !
Get a workout buddy :
If getting out of bed or off the couch is your biggest challenge , it ' s time to use the phone-afriend solution for some motivation . Find someone you like who ' s at a similar fitness level and make plans to meet up for a workout . Psychologically , you ' ll be much more likely to show up for the class , the weight session or the morning run when you know someone ' s waiting for you . Plus , working out will be a breeze with your buddy !
Streamline your routine :
Don ' t let your fear of sweat keep you from getting fit . With a few tricks , you can get back to glam in minutes , even when you lack time to shower . First , make smart use of the tools they have on hand at the gym . Grab some extra towels and pound out that treadmill run with the high-powered fan on full blast . In the locker room , hand dryers ( and a dab of dry shampoo ) are great for getting your tresses looking great again . Cleansing cloths at the ready can also be a lifesaver . Summer ' s Eve Cleansing Cloths let you freshen up on the go and are balanced to a woman ' s natural pH , so you ' ll always leave the gym feeling fresh and ready to take on the world .
Inspire your ears :
Let ' s face facts : Workouts get tedious . If the thought of sprinting and lifting your way through the next circuit bores you to tears , try uploading your playlist with fast-paced music that gets your
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