How To Stop Being Lazy And Workout Consistently

No more excuses. It’s time to get serious about your fitness and use these tips to quit being lazy and create the habit of working out.

You’re sick of saying that today will be the day you start working out. Today will be the day you get fit and work hard. Today will be the day you eat healthy.

Yet, day after day, you find yourself tired, burnt out, and not the tiniest bit closer to that fitness goal you’ve been longing to achieve. You don’t have enough fire under your butt to fuel your desire to workout.

And I know why, as a busy mom of 3, I’ve been there too. I am going to bet that you already have quite a bit on your plate and this feeling of laziness comes from holding yourself to high expectations.

I mean, don’t we all as moms? We are people pleasers. Specifically, little people pleasers. Trying to make those little ones as happy as possible by meeting all of their needs.

And by the time you are done with that, you feel like you have nothing left to put into a workout. So let’s first identify what you can take off your plate and create some space for you and your goals.

Why am I so lazy and unmotivated to workout?

You’re unmotivated because you lack a specific goal, action plan, and routine.
You may also be carrying a lot of stress and are stretched too thin, due to a busy schedule, or emotional weight.
You have an unrealistic and unspecified fitness goal with no timeline.
Unhealthy habits like being too sedentary or from eating an unhealthy diet are making you feel lethargic.
You aren’t properly hydrated.
You aren’t getting enough sleep at night or your sleep is poor quality.
You haven’t found a method of exercise that excites you or is fun.
Negative self talk and lack of confidence are holding you back.

So stop calling yourself lazy! That is negative reinforcement.

I am a BIG subscriber to the idea that you believe whatever you tell yourself. So let’s talk about what you CAN do and get in the right mindset.

How to get rid of laziness to workout?

Get rid of your laziness by setting a specific and realistic goal, reduce unnecessary stress, stay hydrated, make sleep a priority, and eat a nourishing diet.

That sounds like a lot to do at once, I know. But take baby steps! Implement one thing at a time, starting with a goal and creating an action plan.

Set a specific and realistic goal-Take some time to think about what kind of results you want and why. A personal goal that supports your health and purpose in life.

Something that goes deeper than aesthetics. Lean legs look great, but does that really drive you to get up an hour early to squeeze in a workout? Not usually.

But having the endurance to run and play with the kids for the afternoon helps me to remember the big picture. That there is more purpose to my workouts than my physique. Find what inspires you to be and feel better!

I break down the importance of goals and how to make a SUCCESSFUL goal in another post, so check it out here.

After you set a goal you want to keep in mind that results take time. Nothing worth earning is overnight.

Eliminate extra stress- Although easier said than done, stress is something most of us carry more than we need to. Put away the social media, stop talking to that annoying coworker, stop filling your schedule with extracurriculars.

Stress is collective and exercise is a form of stress on the body. A good stress, but a stress. Our workouts shouldn’t feel like adding another chore to our day, taking away time from ourselves and family.

If they do, dig to find out why and make an adjustment. Is there too much time traveling to the gym? Workout at home. Do the kids constantly interrupt your workouts? Workout in the morning before everyone is awake.

Stay hydrated- Aim to get in at least 64 oz of water a day. Not fluids, but water. A lot of times if you are not properly hydrated, you will feel run down and lack energy.

Make sleep a priority- Aim to get 7-9 hours of sleep a night. Sometimes that is unrealistic and you can’t control it very well. But you can control if you are overstimulating yourself right before you sleep, or if you are consuming foods or drinks that can interfere with your sleep quality.

Eat a nourishing diet- Eat a diet of clean, whole foods that are minimally processed. This means things that don’t have a lot of ingredients, preservatives, added sugars or trans fats, and are prepared mostly at home.

I have an entire post about how to implement Clean Eating To Make Your Fitness Simple. Check it out to help you get started and download my FREE 7-day Healthy Eating Plan to jumpstart your diet!

While you are looking at your day-to-day, think about where you can make little changes that will have a big affect on your overall mood and energy levels. Like stretching during screen time, taking the dog for a longer walk, or just standing while you watch little league practice.

How do I train myself to not be lazy and workout?

Scheduling a dedicated block of time to your workout everyday will keep you commited and create a habit of working out. Look at your schedule ahead of time and find the best time for you to workout each day.

Even if that is not at the same time or place each day, just get in your daily activity.

Maybe you are less motivated after work, getting the kids from school, and making dinner. So do it in the morning! You will start your day off right and get it out of the way.

If that is too early, try to sneak a workout in on your lunch break or during the baby’s nap time. Whenever is the most convenient so you don’t feel begrudging or as if it is an interruption to your routine.

If you come across a day that you feel like time is running out, squeeze in ANY kind of workout. Whether that is something short and sweet like a HIIT workout or just dancing to music for a quick sweat.

Try to do something everyday to get in a sweat and elevate your heart rate for at least 10 minutes. In fact, I have an entire playlist of 10-Minute Workouts on my channel, check them out!

For the days you don’t feel up for the high intensity workouts or want to skip, JUST MOVE. Those are great days to work on mobility, corrective workouts, or simply take a walk.

I have also found that if I just commit to a 5-minute warm-up, I will actually go through with the entire workout. Just firing up my muscles and increasing circulation gives me a little boost to get going.

Like a natural pre-workout. Sometimes we have to just go through the motions until our minds finally agree.

You can even get the same effect by knocking out a couple of chores around the house. I find that checking off a few things from my to-do list gets the productive juices flowing and some activity will spark that little fire under my butt.

Personally, I think finding a workout program or challenge is a great way to get the ball rolling. Having a plan and knowing what you are going to do each day is super easy and convenient.

Download any of my Workout Plans designed for women! I have a large variety and you can easily choose a plan or modify the workouts according to your own fitness level. You won’t have to waste time, just open your plan and get started!

How LONG to make a habit of working out?

It will take some time and the best way is to gradually build up your frequency. Start with 3 times a week for a week or two. Then 4 days, 5 days, 6 days, until you have built a daily habit of working out.

In my personal experience, every time I fall off and dread my workouts, it takes a few weeks of consistent workouts (ANY kind of workout, just to get a sweat) until I no longer have to talk myself into it.

I guess there is that saying it takes 21 days? But try not to worry about how long it will take. Just focus on you, your goal, and each day. It is easier to approach big goals in small bites. And I have an Accountability Chart to help you stay on track!

Stop beating yourself up. Find your motivation and before you know it, working out will be a habit that you don’t have to think twice about. You will even look forward to it!