6 Ways To Keep Your Fitness Motivation Up During The Colder, Drearier Times

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Fitness is a huge part of so many lives. If they didn't have this in their daily or weekly routines, then they would be in for a world of trouble. Over the past few years, this kind of hobby has become very popular due to the world we're currently living in, and it is fantastic for our collective health – mentally, physically, and socially. When things are going well, and you're making lots of progress, it's so easy to head to the gym in the morning and get cracking. It's also very easy when the weather is nice, and you bounce out of bed every single morning. The motivation really doesn't need to come along when you're in the best possible mood.

That's not always the case, though. Sometimes, you're in a pretty bad place mentally and emotionally. Perhaps it's due to personal things, or maybe it's down to the fact that you're not getting anywhere with your workouts. Sometimes, just the cold weather can put us off in the morning. People can get really down when the weather plays up – it's a popular thing. Whatever the reason, though, your motivation just slips, and you're not in the right frame of mind to continue. It's not great. 

Fortunately, there are many, many ways that every single human on the planet can get themselves back into the right frame of mind. The killer weather and the lack of motivation don't always have to win. If you can train your brain and get into a particular way of behaving, then you can destroy that lack of motivation and take on anything in front of you. The mornings won't ever feel like struggles, and you'll be able to beat your personal bests in no time. Here are a few things you can do:

Have A Plan With Boxes To Tick
When you have goals in front of you, the whole process becomes so much easier to deal with. We love completing challenges we set for ourselves or that people set for us. The feeling of ticking a box and saying ‘I did it' is great – it's also addictive. Write down what you want to conquer and make sure you're thinking about it a lot. Your mind will then develop quite the obsession, and you'll really want to beat what's in front of you.

Picture How Things Will Be In A Few Months' Time 
One of the best things to do is picture what the future will look like. It's so easy to lie in bed in the morning when you're not in a good mood. A really good method that is sure to get you out of bed is to think about what your summer body will look like – that is, if we're talking about horrible, cold, winter weather. If you don't put in the effort now, then you might regret it in future. This kind of sounds like you're emotionally blackmailing yourself in a way, but it works on many people. 

Look At Professional, Top-Class Athletes For Motivation
Looking at the very best will make anyone want to mimic and emulate. When you see what humans are capable, it makes you think that you can do that, too. So, if you have any role models from This Premier League season or you have a favourite bodybuilder, then soak up the content they provide and use them as inspiration. 

Remember How Good It Feels After A Workout  
When you're feeling pretty down mentally and physically, it can be due to the fact that you've sat around a lot and thought a little too much. Working out is such a relief. It makes us feel a sense of a job well done – we also get a chemical release from the brain. If you need motivation, just remember how good you'll feel once it's all done. Your confidence will be through the roof, and you'll have a real spring in your step.

Train With A Friend
Training with a friend makes things a lot easier. They are able to push you to another level with their words, and you'll also want to make sure you beat them in whatever discipline you're taking part in. They also motivate you indirectly because they count on you to show up. When you're on your own, you can excuse yourself for missing a day or two – your friend won't be too happy if you are absent, though. 

Purchase Equipment For Training At Home 
If you're really not in the mood to leave the house and get cracking, then you can always create a makeshift home gym. While it's not the same, it's still quite good for lighter days and days when you're not 100%. The body can't be pushed to the limit during each workout – a lighter session actually helps out.