Health concerns don’t seem to push me enough apparently.
Motivation alone won’t suffice; you must persevere even in the face of lack of motivatio
Yes, but you’re probably well aware of how exercise helps your body as well as your mind and emotions. Regular exercise will help you in some way (and possibly many ways) if you don’t have a condition or impairment that prevents you from exercising properly. Perhaps you find it difficult to form a habit or you don’t particularly enjoy doing it. Finding a workout you enjoy (it doesn’t have to be intense or require you to visit the gym) and a time/schedule that you’re most likely to stick to is more about self-discipline and trial and error than it is about motivation.
For me, it’s the beneficial effect it has on my mental health. I’ve grown more positive about everything and more accepting of my physique. In addition to improving my health—which, like you, has not been the main objective—exercising has also made me feel much more at ease with my body.
My mom died of cancer when I was 34, therefore I work out to make sure my organs have a sturdy, safe flesh cage since I only have one body and it will have to carry me far. I want to be fit for life.
I sign up for races that need preparation, like sprint triathlons. My home gym has a lot of treadmills and bike trainers. I promise myself to work out at least X times a week, therefore I don’t need encouragement. If I specify the days and times of day, it will be simpler. I pay attention to the promise I made to myself when the calendar reminder appears.
This is good. My wife and I have been participating in an autumn race for the last four years. We prepare for it, which helps us become in excellent form before winter arrives.
Dopamine was released. I like working out, and it’s hard to break a habit once it’s formed.
A broken-down old man with a gut is not what I want to be.