12/06/2024
Here are industry tips for some of the most common barriers I see my clients struggle with:
Too much too soon:
To put it simply for why this doesn't work; your mind was ready, your body was not.
Instead, focus on small doses of exercise with a high frequency.
This will ensure your body can cope throughout the week. And the next. And the next.
Mindset:
It’s not an easy thing to overcome, but looking at each session as a chore will make this process way harder than it needs to be.
To overcome this, choose exercises that are most appealing and most convenient to you.
If you have a busy schedule, try to involve minimal travel and preparation time. This will ensure there are less barriers to participation, making the habit more likely to stick.
Keep active during the day:
A common oversight that should be placed as high importance is your daily activity levels. Finding opportunities to accumulate activity can be a game changer in improving your health status.
Routine:
Sticking to a routine is paramount for long-term behaviour change. I always encourage my clients to spend the first few weeks establishing a routine; Pick exercising days and stick to it, no matter what.
Accountability:
Research continuously points to accountability. This could be with an EP or a friend, or both.
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