For me, the key to stay committed and consistent to my workouts is VARIATION. As much as I love to delve myself into a specific workout program, there's always a point where I crave a twist! Here's some ideas on how to boost your motivation with small means;
ADD A MINI BAND
Rubber band workouts is one of my favorite things to do when I don't have inspiration. Perfect for lower body exercises! Check out Alva's peach bum routine here, perfect to do with a resistance band!
USE THE WALLS
'Wall pilates' is for sure a social media trend - so it's just a search away and then the algoritm will do it's magic ;) I see it everywhere in my feeds - and I sometimes add wall exercises as a warm-up to my gym sessions.
ADD A COMPLETELY NEW EXERCISE
Try a machine you've never tried before, or ask a friend or someone in the gym to challenge you!
HIP HOP FLOW
Do your regular flow of yoga, pilates or mat work - but try a new genre of music than usual. Here's my list of soft hip hop I love doing yoga to.
DANCE FREELY TO A SONG
After telling your body exactly what to do during a workout session, contrast with the other way around!
Just let go for a minute and let your body (not your brain!) lead! Put on your favorite song and just let your body move. Uptempo or slow - you choose.
WORK ON YOUR CHINS
I've started this little project last year, challenging myself to add as many chins as I can to my weekly gym sessions. Still working it out with the assistance of a rubber band - but I see progress and it's made me more into upper body exercises in general.
It's in the little things right?! <3
BY: Elin Tranberg