Excuses

From going to the gym often I've witnessed several friends try to get into the workout grind but don't last very long. Some get discouraged after not being able to lift a lot of weight but what they don't understand is that we all had to start somewhere. Many get through the first day and for the next couple days they think they are too sore from the first day to workout. Those types of people then end up not going to the gym everyday and achieving the results they want.

Working out in the morning?

Here are some reasons to consider working out in the morning can help you in many ways...

1. Exercising early in the morning "jump starts" your metabolism. As a result, you’ll be burning more calories all day long, just because you exercised in the morning.
    
2. Exercising in the morning energizes you for the day, not to mention that great feeling of virtue you have knowing you've done something disciplined and good for you.
    
3. Studies have shown that exercise significantly increases mental acuity. A benefit that lasts four to ten hours after your workout ends. Exercising in the a.m. means you get to harness that brainpower, instead of wasting it while you’re snoozing.
    
4. Assuming you make exercise a true priority, it shouldn't be a major problem to get up 30 to 60 minutes earlier—especially since regular exercise generally means a higher quality of sleep, which in turn means you’ll probably require less sleep.
    
5. When you exercise at about the same time every morning, especially if you wake up regularly at about the same time. You’re regulating your body's endocrine system and circadian rhythms.                                                                                                                                                                                                                
6. Many people find that morning exercise has a tendency to regulate their appetite for the rest of the day. Not only do they eat less (since activity causes the release of endorphin, which in turn diminishes appetite), they also choose healthier portions of healthier foods.                                                                            
7. People who consistently exercise find that sometimes to their great surprise, that the appointed time every morning evolves into something they look forward to. 

Cite: http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=468

Devotion

 According to researchers at the Mayo Clinic, exercise can help relieve depression and soothe anxiety. Exercise releases endorphins and other feel-good chemicals in your brain to put you in a better mood. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, most adults should work toward 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most days of the week. To be effective, cardio exercise, such as biking, swimming or running, should take place at least three to five times a week for 20 to 60 minutes. Many people with jobs or families have difficulty finding enough time to exercise on a regular basis. Exercise can be expensive, especially for those who require additional support and motivation from outside resources. Joining a gym or workout class can provide external motivation for your workouts, but memberships can cost a lot of money. While purchasing gym equipment for your home can help vary your workout routine, it also can be very expensive to exercise. Outfitting yourself in appropriate shoes and sportswear can also be difficult if you are on a tight budget.

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