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4 ways to find motivation to start your fitness journey

Date: Jul 14, 2023    By: Genesis Fitness

Need motivation? Tried looking for it, but can’t find it…under the couch? Behind the bed? In your gym bag? We get it! Motivation to exercise can be thin on the ground some days but we’ve been inspired by countless members who have found a way to kickstart their fitness journeys…and there’s no stopping them now! Here are four tips to start creating a fitter you!

Move for the love of it

The quickest way to de-motivate yourself is with fitness activities that are too tough or – on the flipside - bore you to bits! Rather, write a fitness manifesto that LIGHTS YOU UP! Do you love dancing? Great, then find a gym class that’s all about music, moving those hips and having fun! You want to box and sweat it out? Boxercise is a great high-intensity stress-buster. Prefer to calm your nervous system and stretch after a hectic day? Go for gentle yoga or try Reformer Pilates to bring on the Zen. You’ll discover your motivation is off the charts when you’re keen to get there.

Find your community

You don’t have to go it alone. Seeking out your new support network, cheer squad or burpee bestie is easier than you think and may be the motivation you need! Do your research to find a gym or fitness group that’s positive, welcoming, safe and supportive – hint, you won’t have to look hard, because that’s us at Genesis! A free trial is a great way to test the water, something most of our gyms offer. Or, to get motivated for your first gym session, you may need to phone a friend, and that’s ok – you’ll never regret having a wing person to lean on…and laugh with.

Just start

You may think you can only start your fitness journey when you… (insert excuse here: get a cute pair of gym shoes / a new matching active wear set / a funky water bottle with a quirky quote emblazoned on it #waternotwine). But no; you really don’t. Just start. Right now. As you are. Go for a walk. Jog around the block. Find your nearest gym and visit on the weekend or in your lunch break to get a feel for the space. Sign up with a personal trainer. And chant your favourite motivational mantra, ‘Progress, not perfection’.

Reach for the stars (but not ALL the stars, straight away!)

It’s inspiring to have a big-picture vision for a healthy happy you. But don’t aim SO high that you scare yourself out of starting in the first place! From supporting our members of all ages and fitness levels on their health journeys, we know that identifying a long-term goal as well as shorter, bite-sized goals is a much healthier and sustainable approach to wellness. Maybe you want to ‘Run a marathon’ or ‘Nail a 5-kilometre run loop’ in six-months’ time. That’s awesome! Now work backwards, breaking that vision into smaller steps that you can tick off, such as ‘Walk for 30 minutes each day’ or ‘Try a new gym class this week’. Celebrate your wins, and make new mini goals to keep the momentum!


We hope with these motivational tips, you’ll find your fitness journey is easier and breezier to start and sustain!

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