How to start working out?

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I'm not comfortable with my body anymore and instead of moping about it, I want to do something about it! I have friends who can't stand NOT working out every day. I wish I could be like that... doing anything other than walking is such a chore!

Is this just an exercise "hump" that everybody new to working out gets over? Do you guys have any tips to get started? Help!

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The hardest part is the beginning, because you won't see any results instantly. It's hard to keep motivated and stick to your routine. But the routine is key. Once you start seeing the results, you won't want to stop.

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Hey, Corina. I started by watching some videos on YouTube by Athlean for women (something like that.) they're great for getting you primed to stay a workout, and they are designed for women's bodies. So if you have any "problem areas" there is likely a video for that. That's one of the things I like best about them. I did those workouts for a couple weeks, and then switched to an app called JEFIT. I love it! It not only tells you which exercises to do and how to do them, but it also shows you little animations on how to do it properly. Very helpful. You can design your own workout or you can use one of their routines. But I'd definitely start by finding a routine for women because our bodies are different from men's and we often have different goals, like toning rather than bulking.

Once you find your workout, find something to make it fun! Some people like music. I like to watch movies, so I workout in front of my computer or tv with something playing that I haven't seen before. It keeps me occupied. Seriously, I haven't worked out in a bit because I fell off after my vacation, but before I left, I was working out multiple times a day because I just liked it so much. And I'm a person who didnt enjoy strenuous physical activity before.

Finally, I don't know what will work for you, but I like to start a new workout in the day I start my period. Not sure why, because my period is really draining, but I get this feeling of new beginnings and a whole new psychological energy. It's great! So that's when I get started, and it gives me a lot of momentum for the coming weeks.

Best of luck to you. 😊

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Just go and do it. You said tomorrow yesterday. Get up. Walk. Run. Anything. It takes 21 days to get into the groove of things. The more you workout the better the results. And the progress you see will make you want to workout more :)

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Start slow work up! Do you like tea? Treat your self to some tea after your work out. Let it slide into your life haha.

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Getting motivated to work out is SO hard. I still struggle with it and I work out at least 4 times a week. I think the best thing is to just push yourself to go. Once you get there, put on some music and just focus on yourself.

I use to hate lifting, and now it's my favorite thing. It seemed awkward at first as a girl until I realized nobody cares what I'm doing. We're all there to workout.

Also be very patient! Changes in your body come slow, but it's so rewarding once you notice them! 
PS... STAY HYDRATED AND FED! A good workout comes when you have enough energy and water in your system. And a good workout is sure to leave you feeling pretty sore!

You got this girl! You can do anything you allow yourself to. Go get that body 💪🏼 xx

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take photos every Sunday (for example it can be any day) so you can see the difference and your progress! good luck

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Imagine what you want to see yourself as. 
Every day i go and i work out i can slowly see the improvements and that itself serves as inspiration.
But need to know what your working for amd your limits

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