2 skills that virtually guarantee fitness success.

The two skills: CONSISTENCY AND DELAYED GRATIFICATION

The fittest people I know have been at it for decades.

They’re not concerned if the exercise will beworth the effort.

And they’re not wondering if they will move today, the only questions is how.

1. Start with consistency.

The only shortcut to getting fit fast is daily movement.

I get it, you don’t have the time.

This is why I'm recommending you skip the gym.

Exercise in your basement, backyard, or the park across the street.

Don't spend an hour at the gym (and at least another hour to commute and get dressed).

Long workouts plus inconsistency is a recipe for injuries.

Instead try 15 minutes, 7 days a week.

Less time but better results because exercise isn't a surprise.

The only thing heroic about a weekend warrior is their effort.

Go for a walk, do 3 exercises in your basement, garden, or landscape.

Build momentum with daily movement.

The question of whether you will exercise today has been eliminated. You're more likely to eat healthy food after a workout. Staying up late is less likely if you’re planning to work out when you wake up.

Make daily movement a part of your routine.

Exercise at the same time every day.

Choose workouts you enjoy, don’t take too long, and are always available.

Make movement your friend with daily exercise.

2. Develop the skill of delayed gratification.

Work now to relax later.

Learn to delay gratification with the right timing of your rewards.

Have a glass of wine after a long day at work.

Lay on the couch after you go for a walk.

Eat pizza after a hard workout.

The order matters.

Effort then reward.

Train your brain that the work comes first.

Involuntary struggle comes with pain.

Voluntary struggle comes with results.

And our bodies become comfortable with being uncomfortable.

You learn to deal with pain, struggle, and setbacks.

Pursue delayed rewards not just within the day.

But also in months, years, and decades.

A goal to prepare for a hike, race, or sport next month. A New Year's resolution to adopt a daily walking habit.

Strengthening and stretching small injuries to avoid you don’t need surgery a decade from now.

All improvement comes from choosing the long term over the short term.

Hope this helps,

Tyler Van Acker, Doctor of Physical Therapy

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