When I struggle getting myself to exercise (I workout at home), I tell myself to just do 10 mns. Usually that leads to at least 30
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I don't beat myself up for not doing 60 mns. which is my goal 4 times a week. By doing only 10 mns , at least I can keep with a schedule & not let it stop me all together.
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I do the same thing. Some days it is difficult to exercise when the Fibromyalgia is in full bloom, but if I do at least 5 minutes, I have done something.
BLESSEDBYCHRIST8/12/2010 7:26:00 AM
I need to start doing the same.
BOGUSANNIE8/11/2010 9:50:00 AM
that is my very commitment to myself...i MUST give it 10 minutes before I can quit....I never JUST do 10 minutes...it's a great way to stay consistent!
CLAUDECF8/11/2010 6:30:00 AM
Actually, I do that quite a bit for my cardio exercise and find that it works. Somehow strength training is easier for me to do
ROCKNC8/11/2010 12:53:00 AM
your right! i find myself planning for 10 minutes and get caught up, lose track of time, or dare i say even having fun, and i go even longer!
PANDACHAN8/10/2010 4:49:00 PM
I normally do the same myself. After speedwalkin for 1 mile, I say that I can do one more and eventually I work out for 40 minutes. I have to trick myself into doing it in chucks though :)
SCJENN8/10/2010 4:41:00 PM
I agree..I need to start exercising and 60 min seems to much and I think that is why I put if off. I should take your advice and start with 10-30 min.
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