GET MOTIVATED! As we know working out can be a strenuous and a monotonous activity at times. After all, who wants to go in and pick up weights for an hour and get all sweaty, right? I’m sure you’d rather be on the beach laying out sipping on a cold fruity margarita. But you know

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GET MOTIVATED!

As we know working out can be a strenuous and a monotonous activity at times. After all, who wants to go in and pick up weights for an hour and get all sweaty, right? I’m sure you’d rather be on the beach laying out sipping on a cold fruity margarita. But you know what, if you want to stay looking sexy on the beach, working out is a must, and here are 5 motivational tips to keep your mind and body in good spirits.

1.Don’t overdo it.You know how many times I’ve seen people in the gym working out for hours? Too many… There is a problem if I go in there, and I see you working out, and I finish my 20 set workout on top of my cardio, and as I’m leaving you are still there, yes this will increase your cortisol and destroy your muscle and metabolism. Keep it no more then 45 minutes.

2.Change it up. Ask yourself, have you been doing the same workout for the past year or more? If so, then yes, that is exactly why you are not seeing the results you want. The body is very smart, it adapts much quickly then you think to a stimulus. I would recommend you to change your workout every three months, and each time you go in there, change the rep scheme, the exercises, and frequency. You have to constantly keep your body in shock, this will only result in new gains.

3. Train with a buddy who loves to workout. The last thing you want to do is drag somebody in there that DOES NOT want to be there. Trust me, I ‘ve done this before, and it ruined my whole workout. A good partner will encourage you and make your workout that much more better.

4. Toss out the ugly workout attire. I know your wondering why this is mentioned, but trust me, if you have the hottest gear in the gym, it’s going to motivate you to workout harder. It’s been noted that psychologically, people like new things, new cars, new clothes, new everything, so why not buy a new gym wardrobe? Give it a try and you will see what I mean.

5. Have a time schedule down. Be regimented, have a set time of the day where you will be devoting 45 minutes to your health. It doesn’t have to be exact, but I know that people who have a schedule are more likely to stick to it, then people that do not.