Boost Your Motivation: A Guide to Enjoyable & Sustainable Exercise Habits

Many people know exercise can benefit your physical and mental health but find it difficult to get started or continue exercising. It may be because it doesn’t feel good when you actually do the exercise, it’s hard to find time, or simply you are stuck in the “I don’t know how to start” dilemma. Perhaps the honest truth is, you may never truly enjoy the actual exercise itself, but you can shift your thinking. You may be able to focus on, “I enjoy time outside,” or “I enjoy how strong my body is feeling,” or “I enjoy that I can now take the flight of stairs at work.” You might even find joy in “caring some time out for myself away from my family duties.”

Physical activity is a crucial component of a healthy lifestyle that promotes profound physical and mental wellbeing for everyone. However, many perceive movement as daunting or a task to be endured, often overlooking its broader benefits for health and happiness.

Our physiotherapy services advocate for a holistic approach to exercise that prioritises enjoyment and sustainability. If you are aiming to improve your overall health, finding enjoyable ways to be physically active is essential. We provide support to help individuals of all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels discover activities that they genuinely love and can incorporate into their daily lives. This includes both optimising your physical capability and providing tailored motivational assessment and support.

Finding Joy in Movement: Activities for Your Wellbeing

To promote a positive relationship with movement, here are some enjoyable activities that our clients have found beneficial for their physical and mental health. The key is to explore what truly resonates with you.

• Karate
• Swimming
• Dance classes
• Overnight hikes
• Yoga
• Running
• Walking to/from work
• Cycling
• Using public transport
• Walking the dog
• Participating in fun runs
• Playing with children or grandchildren
• Travel, including managing suitcases and navigating airports

Many of these activities, like walking or yoga, are fantastic examples of low impact exercise or low impact resistance exercises, making them accessible and sustainable for a wide range of individuals and fitness levels, including those looking for an exercise program for over 50 or seeking how to start exercising for beginners.

Building Sustainable Habits: Our Approach to Movement

If you’re ready to prioritise your physical and mental health through enjoyable movement, taking that first step by exploring activities that truly resonate with you is key. We understand that finding your motivation for exercise can be a journey.

Our physiotherapy services provide personalised support to help you find your enjoyable physical activity and cultivate a healthy relationship with movement. We advocate for a weight neutral health care philosophy, ensuring your goals are centred around wellbeing, energy, and function.

We can help you develop a physio care plan that incorporates a physiotherapist exercise program tailored just for you. Our goal is for movement to be something you genuinely look forward to, enhancing your overall wellbeing and quality of life.

Let’s embrace movement not as a means to an end but as an integral part of a healthy lifestyle that promotes happiness and longevity. Everyone can benefit from finding joy in the outcomes of physical activity and nurturing their physical and mental health through enjoyable activities.

Ready to Boost Your Motivation and Find Joy in Movement?

If you’re finding it difficult to start or maintain an enjoyable physical activity routine, or simply need guidance on how to get motivated to exercise again, we are here to help.

• Visit our Physiotherapy Service Page: Discover how we provide personalised support to help you find your enjoyable movement.
• Book Your Consultation: Take the first step towards cultivating a lasting commitment to physical activity and overall wellbeing.