Giving up might provide some temporary relief, right now...
But will the satisfaction you'll experience from quitting be enough to compensate for the regret you'll have in the future? If you're feeling a bit 'meh' at the moment, I know that these reminders will get you back on the mat or in the gym ...
It's okay to feel like giving up. We all have those days when we just don't feel like exercising. The biggest mistake people make is feeling guilty or ashamed of not wanting to work out. Just remember that everyone has off days and it's perfectly normal to feel like skipping a workout. Acknowledge this feeling and proceed anyway out of the discipline you have to the cause.
Remember why you're doing this - I'm not referring to simply 'the why' of your goals. I'm actually referring to the why of training, in spite of goals. We train to practice discipline. We train to practice the act of committing to something that we know to be good for us, even if in the present it doesn't appeal to our immediate reward system. We are showing up to our training as a way to show up for ourselves.
Take it one day at a time. Don't focus on the long road ahead, just take it one day (or even one workout) at a time and you'll eventually get there. While I know that focusing on projected outcomes can be super motivating, very often it can actually just make us feel further away from achieving them. Know your goals, but be focused on the process as that will lead to the eventual outcome.
Surround yourself with support. Whether it's family, friends, or even an online community, having people who believe in you and are cheering you on can make a world of difference. When you're feeling down, these people can help lift you up and remind you of your worth. Find your tribe and lean on them (sometimes that's the part we need to practice - I speak from experience, I am terrible at asking for help).
Finally, don't forget to celebrate your accomplishments. A lot of times we can be so focused on what's left to do that we forget to celebrate how far we've come. Give yourself a pat on the back (or butt) for every accomplishment, no matter how small it may seem. This will help you stay motivated and remind you that you are capable of meeting your goals.
There you have it - 5 things to remember when you feel like giving up on any aspect of your health regime.
Just because you're feeling down, doesn't mean you have to throw in the towel. Remember why you're doing this, focus on taking it one day at a time, surround yourself with supportive people, and celebrate your accomplishments.
You've got this (we've got this In-situ Crew).
