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Monday, October 30, 2017

100 Reasons to Workout Right NOW!


89 Reasons to Exercise Right NOW


We all have those days that we don't think want to workout.  Luckily, as humans we are able to talk ourselves into doing things we know are good for us even when the 'don't wannas' strike. Here are some things to remember the next time you need a little motivation to get up and get moving...

  1. Because it makes you feel confident
  2. Because it helps you get stronger
  3. Because exercise helps combat depression
  4. Because you'll feel proud of yourself
  5. Because you have goals you want to reach
  6. Because you'll feel bad if you don't
  7. Because you want to move forward, not backward
  8. Because it improves your heart health
  9. Because you want a great butt
  10. Because it prevents diabetes
  11. Because you want to be a good example to your kids
  12. Because you want to feel good in your clothes
  13. Because it reduces your risk of cancer
  14. Because your body was made to move
  15. Because you want to look healthy
  16. Because it lifts your mood
  17. Because you want to stand taller
  18. Because it reduces back pain
  19. Because it feels good
  20. Because it makes you feel accomplished
  21. Because you spend most of your day on your butt
  22. Because strong is the new skinny
  23. Because dieting only works so much
  24. Because it strengthens your bones, too
  25. Because it's a great way to spend "me" time
  26. Because it helps you de-stress
  27. Because it's cheaper than therapy
  28. Because you want to be strong
  29. Because you want to take care for yourself
  30. Because you are grateful to your body
  31. Because it strengthens your legs
  32. Because it helps your clothes fit better
  33. Because you want to push yourself
  34. Because you are capable of more than you ever imagined
  35. Because moving your body feels good
  36. Because it keeps your mind sharp
  37. Because it helps you banish bloating
  38. Because it helps you sleep better at night
  39. Because it gives you energy
  40. Because you want to stay healthy as you age
  41. Because it improves your balance
  42. To maintain caloric balance
  43. Because it boosts your immune system
  44. Because sweat is sexy
  45. Because you want to live longer
  46. Because you want to get better at your job
  47. Because exercisers earn more money
  48. Because you're more likely to eat better when you exercise
  49. Because you want to breathe easier
  50. Because you want to see the scale drop
  51. Because exercise improves your sex life
  52. Because you are worth it
  53. Because being fit makes everything in life better
  54. Because you promised yourself that you would
  55. Because you deserve a better life
  56. Because it'll help you drink more water
  57. Because you want to do real push-ups
  58. Because it reduces your healthcare costs
  59. Because you'll miss fewer days of work
  60. Because you want to create a new future for yourself
  61. Because it'll help you like what you see in the mirror
  62. Because it makes clothing shopping more fun
  63. Because you want to look and feel incredible
  64. Because exercising can be fun
  65. Because it'll give your skin a glow
  66. Because it's a good way to spend time with your friends
  67. Because it'll help you prevent age related metabolic slowdown
  68. Because it reduces your blood pressure
  69. Because you want to care for yourself
  70. Because you don't want to fit into an airplane seat
  71. Because it strengthens your spirit
  72. Because it's a cheap way to entertain yourself
  73. Because you need a reason to wear those new workout clothes
  74. Because you're tired of being tired
  75. Because not working out is not going to get you very far
  76. Because it's a great way to spend time outside
  77. Because you made a commitment to yourself
  78. Because you're tired of starting over
  79. Because there will always be another wedding, vacation or reunion
  80. Because you're not a quitter
  81. Because it improves your cholesterol
  82. Because it boosts your metabolism
  83. Because it prevents age-related muscle loss
  84. Because if you can do this, you can do anything
  85. Because a fit body is more likely a healthy body
  86. Because everyone has at least 10 minutes to spare
  87. Because you want to be stronger than your excuses
  88. Because not working out isn't working out for you
  89. Because the only workout you ever regret is the one you skip