New Week New Goals: How to Turn Exercise into "Fun and Games" Instead of "No Pain No Gain"

New Week New Goals

Making exercise fun transforms it from being a chore you can skip to a healthy “addiction” you must do.

When I started to dip my toe back into exercise at 40 years old, I started playing Wii sports and we Wii dance with my kids daily. It was fun and playful and got me moving. A neighbor asked me if I wanted to walk with her in the morning.

Exercise doesn’t have to be painful or a chore to stick with working out make it fun and a challenge. Low impact resistance training is challenge and fun for me.

Turning exercise into a game can get you into a routine for life.

Here is some ways to be successful

Buddy System:

Having a friend to workout with and keep accountable is a great way to stick the habit. Encouragement, support and accountability for each other keeps each other showing up

You Compete, You Win:

Adding the element of competition can get you hooked on working out. With competition there’s focus and a goal, individually or in a group setting.

Joy of Exergaming:

With friends or family video workout games could bring a fun and competitive way to move. Playing with my kids on Wii sports and dance definitely got me moving again.

Bet on the Fitter You:

With incentive to win money, we have a different focus. Find a group to pool money for success.

Track Your Efforts:

Tracking your progress is key to continuing on. So many apps and gadgets allow you to track your time and progress.