By Glenny Rosario, Life Coach
Ever since I had my first baby, the gym has been part of my life. Back then, I went because I wanted to look fit. Now, I go because I want to live to be healthy, strong, and full of energy all the way to 90 (yes, 90!).
Over the years, I’ve tried just about everything to motivate myself to exercise. I’ve gone with friends — which worked until they couldn’t make it, and then neither did I. I’ve gone alone, thinking that maybe doing it on my own schedule would help me stay consistent. But no matter what I tried, I always had a mental battle with myself every single morning.
I’d wake up and think, Okay, today’s the day. I’m going to the gym because I want to be healthy, strong, and live a long life. And then my mind would answer right back: No, you’re tired. You’re busy. You’ll go tomorrow.
Sound familiar?
That inner tug-of-war lasted for years. I did the 30-day challenges, the habit trackers, the motivational quotes and while they helped for a while, I still had to convince myself every single day to get moving.
Then one morning, I had an honest talk with myself.
