Working out doesn’t have to be tiresome or boring. There are lots of ways to make working out fun whether it is at home or at the gym. Staying healthy and in shape means for most of us that we have to work out. Lots of people dread this because they think that working out means going to the gym and doing drills and acting like you are in a boot camp. This is not the case. It can definitely be fun if you follow these few simple tips.
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1. When You Look Good, You Feel Good!
When I wear a fun workout outfit, I feel more confident when I am at the gym. This is the perfect mindset when you are at the gym.
2. If I’m On The Treadmill, I’m Watching Netflix
This will make your time go by super quick and you can catch up on the latest “binge worthy series” everyone is talking about. This is where I can catch up on Orange is the New Black or my newest favorite, Bloodlines.
3. Bring A Friend.
Nothing gets you more motivated and keeps you accountable than to go to the gym with a workout buddy. Plus, while you’re waiting for a workout machine you can gossip and catch up on other things. And you’ll always have a post-workout snack date!
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4. Make An Upbeat Workout Playlist.
When I work out, I have different songs I listen to depending on what I am doing. If I am doing cardio, I am listening to a more new wave/techno vibe. If I am strength training, I am listening to Imagine Dragons, Green Day, etc. When I have my cool down, I am listening to Indigo Girls, Jason Mraz or Better Than Ezra. To make my listening experience all it can be, I workout with my TOTU BT-2 Bluetooth headphones.
5. Set Goals And Rewards.
Whether you want to lose weight, get healthy or want to gain strength, setting goals and rewarding yourself can be very motivating. Maybe every 10th visit to the gym, you get to have a mani/pedi, or lose 5″ and get a new piece of workout gear!
6. Change Things Up!
I have a habit of getting myself into a workout rut. You know…treadmill for 1,000 days in a row. So, hop onto a stationary bike or the stair climber and mix up your workout. Studies show your body will respond to the change in a positive way!
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Working Out With No Strings Attached!
I absolutely love working out with my TOTU BT-2 Bluetooth headphones! Not only do they have a great sound quality, but they allow me to “cut the cord” so to speak. I hate being tethered to my phone while I am working out. If I am strength training, I can’t wear my regular earbuds, which I hate. The TOTU BT-2 Bluetooth headphones have an Advanced APTX sound and Bluetooth 4.1 technology, giving them top notch sound quality. When I am working out, I want to concentrate and block out the noise around me. With my TOTU BT-2 Bluetooth headphones, I get noise reduction and echo cancellation, which works well for me.
Don’t you hate those bulky Bluetooth headphones? Every time I wear them, I feel like they aren’t staying in place. The TOTU BT-2 Bluetooth headphones have ear hooks that are flexible enough to mold to your ears and stay in place. So when I am doing my ab crunches, I am not worrying about them falling out. You will also get 7 hours of play time with these headphones, so I don’t have to re-charge every time I get home from a workout. Because these headphones are waterproof, I can break a sweat with no worries! You can get yourself a pair of the TOTU BT-2 Bluetooth headphones on Amazon for just $49.99. One USA reader will win a pair of the TOTU BT-2 Bluetooth headphones.
What is your favorite tip for making your workout fun?
