Workout Motivation: Beat Silly Exercise Excuses

Are Your Exercise Excuses Laughable?

Oh, the things we’ll say to avoid going to the gym. Add a shot of motivation to your workout routine with this excuse-busting advice

By Emily G. W. Chau fitbie

Get Over Your Worst Excuses
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Excuse #1: You Can’t Afford a Gym Membership
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Excuse #2: I’m Traveling for Work and My Hotel Doesn’t Have a Gym
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Excuse #3: I Can’t Wake Up Early Enough
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Excuse #4: I Have to Commute for an Hour
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Excuse #5: Weather.com Predicted Rain
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Excuse #6: I Don’t Have Anything to Wear
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Excuse #7: I Don’t Want to Look Stupid at the Gym
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Excuse #8: I Can’t Miss Modern Family
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Excuse #9: I Don’t See Any Improvement
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Excuse #10: I Have a Cold
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Excuse #11: I’m Too Tired
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Excuse #12: There’s Just No Time
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Excuse #13: I’m Sore. My Body Needs Time to Recover
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Excuse #14: My Workout Buddy Bailed

Excuse #9: I Don’t See Any Improvement

You must be joking: Keep at it. The great thing about working out is that there are tangible benefits—it just takes some time. That said, there are a number of factors that could be sabotaging your exercise efforts. Take a look at your diet and see if you’re munching on extra calories. Little tweaks can go a long way, so you might want to consult a nutritionist or trainer about how to maximize your workout and eating habits. In the meantime, rest assured that you’re getting a wealth of other benefits that you can’t see: a sharper brain, a better heart, and an energy boost.