Working out is so dull and boring?

[Anonymous]

I've let my fitness go over the last two years or so and I need to get back in shape. I've done circuit training in the past but I can't be bothered with that. I used to cycle outdoors a lot and I'm going to get back into that.

I need to lift weights to gain muscle and improve my physique, I've done it in the past but couldn't keep it going. Lifting weights is so dull and boring even while listening to music, I don't think I can do it.

Not sure how I'm going to get over that, any suggestions?

[lightbulb27]

Agree. it's your brain telling you "this has no purpose". So have a purpose.

I ditched the gym for various reasons. You really got to have a goal, even if it's in your head. And it needs to be fun and rewarding. at your ripe ol' age (aheemmm), I'd be working on diet, tone, muscle, and fun.

Do something fun. I used to train to do cycling vacations. I got dirt bike and ride that, and so train so I can ride the dirt bike.

Work on anything that's an old injury or bugging you to improve it. crap just gets worse after 50, but you can manage it so you stay functionional. It is now... work and must be done.

[Cynicaldreamer]

Of course it's dull and boring- but that's part of the process. You do repetitive motions to get results. It's a matter of being consistent and dedicated now, to see results later.

I've been doing serious weight training for...3-4 months now? I'm finally seeing results! Weight and muscle wise.

I know it's boring, but you need to find a distraction to make it slightly less painful: make a playlist of your favorite songs, motivational podcast, anything...

For me, I do my cardio first to pump myself up, then weight train, then cool down with a light walk. And have some podcasts and music to make it -slightly- less painful.

I know, it sucks, but once you really get into it, you'll be okay, "Okay, I'm ready to hit the gym!"

[Anonymous]

It can definitely get boring, maybe try going with a friend? I always go with my boyfriend and we hype each other up. I also switch up my routine from time to time, sometimes I try out different gyms just to change the environment. One thing that I do is I buy cute gym outfits so it motivates me to actually wear them to the gym lol

[HawkPerception]

Try calisthenics. It's more fun doing shit most people can't do rather than being an average Joe talking about how much they can bench. Try doing one hand pushups, muscle ups, one hand pullups, typewriter pull ups, typewriter pushups, lion pushups, handstand pushups, etc. If you can do those, you'll impress not only yourself but others too

[Sonorous]

Maybe you've gotta do another type of training? Maybe ones that are involved with the world like hiking or climbing or something?

[Anonymous]

I set small goals that can be achieved in a few weeks... then focus like crazy on that..

[jaskin777]

U don't have to work outvif u don't want to