Motivation

In the end, the only reason why we don't exercise is because of the lack of motivation.
Sometimes, just the thought of having to strap on runningshoes and run around in the rain is as terrible and cool as the black plague.

But why? In the morning, we often wake up with the feeling that today is the day, I can feel it!! But as the hours pass, and jobs and school takes up hour after hour, the motivation for the workout that you planned in the morning seems less and less interesting.

So, how can we change that? I am going to tell you 7 of my best tips and tricks to stay motivated for workouts.

1. ORGANIZE!
My number one tip is to organize. If you write down what you are going to do during the day and during the exercise, you are much more likely to conduct the workout. You can download free exercise organizers online, or you can buy a cute notebook to write down your exercise routines.

2. MOODBOARD!
Having a moodboard or a bunch of inspirational pictures to look at (such as your dream figure etc. etc) is fantastic when you are lacking inspiration. I recommend pages like pinterest and tumblr, where you can search for pictures and reblog them on to your own moodboard/blog. I really like pinterest for this, because it is a lot more "adult'y" than tumblr. Sometimes tumblr is so depressing that you just have to log off (if you know anything about tumblr, you know what I mean). On pinterest there are lots and lots of great pinners that share their workoutplans, pictures and progress.

3. CLOTHES!
Believe it or not, but workoutclothes is extremely important when you are doing a workout. Are you wearing a big t-shirt and sweatpants? Don't, unless you absolutely love it of course. Big clothes often drag your body down, they feel heavy, are hard to run/exercise in, and they do absolutely not breathe. Having a flow of air and clothes that breathes properly are key to great motivation.
If you are short on your budget, I would recommend H&M's workout clothes, they are very chic and cool, and works just as well as workout clothes from other, more expensive brands.

4. NO MORE SWEETS!
This one is a tough one. Wow, yep, not gonna be able to get rid of my sweet-tooth. Never. Ever. Ever.
But I have to try, right?
If you quit eating sweets, and switch them out with berries, fruits, greens and other delicious healthy yummyness, you will feel a change in your body almost immediately (ok, after a week or so). You will feel less tired, have more energy, and you will see a progress in your body that you definetely wouldn't have seen if you were eating sweets!

5.WHY ARE YOU EXERCISING?
Are you exercising for yourself? Are you exercising to look good for others?
The most important thing to remember when exercising is that it is your body, and what you do to your body is what counts. If you feel comfortable looking like you do, then dont change it!!

My PE teacher is truly amazing, (she have been in the army for 7 years, have 3 kids and has one of the craziest sixpacs I've ever seen on a woman) and she always says that "I don't exercise to be young, but to become old". And that is so true! If you stay in shape through your life, you will have a great retired life.

6. MUSIC!
Musicmusicmusic. For most people Music is what motivates during the workout. I love listening to music while exercising, but I don't have to listen to it.
Scientists have actually proven that you perform better when you listen to music during the workout. I listen to absolutely everything and everything while exercising, I can listen to classical music and it doesn't bother me. But! If you want a really good playlist, then here you go!

Playlist

7. GOALS! 
If you set goals before you exercise, you are much more likely to progress. For me, my goal is to loose 4% of my bodyweight, and look better and more toned.

8. LOOK GOOD!

Sometimes, making yourself look like a better you, can be a very huge difference. Exercising and loosing weight is sometimes a huge change, but just by doing small changes to your look, you will feel much better! Change up your makeuplook, get a little tan with either fake tan or working out in the sun with minimal clothing (not naked if you are working out in public of course) and wear colourful cute clothes! And always, always have a smile on your face :)

That is my 8 tips for better motivation for exercising, and remember! JUST DO IT!

Xx, Sophie