What's the easiest way to encorporate exercise into your routine? Do it while you're on your way to work! Although it may not be easy to get into at first, running, cycling, walking, rollerblading etc. can be a fantastic way to get the exercise fix you need.
*Start small. Take one day a week where you have a lighter day and have the time to shower or do whatever you need to start the day. If the distance you need to travel is too great to do solely with your own body power, consider busing some of the distance.
*Work rewards into your routine. On days when you exercise to work, treat yourself to your favourite coffee, snack, or magazine. Although this may feel counterintuitive, it's actually a fairly healthy habit. By commuting this way, you're giving yourself much needed excercise, giving yourself something to look forward to, and likely improving your cash flow. By not driving to work and using gas and parking money, you're likely still saving some cash after purchasing your daily reward. The best return of all, however, is feeling at the end of the day that you didn't just exercise your brain, but your body as well. I find that these are the days where I have the most energy at the end of the day. I realize this is counterintuitive because you would think that you will be tired from exercise, however, getting your blood flowing will rejuvenate your energy level. After begining this process, I began to realize that I looked forward to the days I was going to get off my bus early and run the rest of the way.
*Find a friend. Try convincing a workmate to begin the same routine. If not a workmate, a friend who can commiserate and share experiences. This doesn't necessarily mean you have to commute together; rather, keep tabs on each other and offer encouragement. On days when you feel you'd rather grab your keys, knowing that your commute buddy is likely going to follow through and leave their car at home may be enough incentive to lace up your running shoes. This doesn't have to be a competitive mindset. Think of the two of you as a team. Always look for others who want to join. Remember - power in numbers!
What's the easiest way to encorporate exercise into your routine? Do it while you're on your way to work! Although it may not be easy to get into at first, running, cycling, walking, rollerblading etc. can be a fantastic way to get the exercise fix you need. 
*Find a friend. Try convincing a workmate to begin the same routine. If not a workmate, a friend who can commiserate and share experiences. This doesn't necessarily mean you have to commute together; rather, keep tabs on each other and offer encouragement. On days when you feel you'd rather grab your keys, knowing that your commute buddy is likely going to follow through and leave their car at home may be enough incentive to lace up your running shoes. This doesn't have to be a competitive mindset. Think of the two of you as a team. Always look for others who want to join. Remember - power in numbers!
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