5 excuses people make to not exercise in winter

It’s dark, you’re layered up like the Michelin Man, you can see your breath in the air and you’re not entirely sure if your toes are still there because you can’t feel them. Yep, training in winter can be brutal.

But, if we’re keeping it real, it can also be the excuse that people are looking for to skip their sessions or eat the hot chips.

This may seem a little abrupt but, trust me, I’ve been doing this for 17 years and I’ve heard it all before. More often than not, the people who don’t get results in winter are the same people who are saying it’s too hot in summer.

So with this in mind, I wrote this article to give you some practical tips on how to make things easier, but also to ruffle a few feathers of those of you who go into hibernation when the temperature drops.

Excuse: “It’s too hard in winter”

You need to change your attitude. If you think you can’t get results in winter because too many things are against you, then, guess what? You won’t.

Excuse: “It’s too hard to eat healthy when it’s cold”

You put on weight when you overindulge in comfort foods; it has nothing to do with the weather. You don’t need to eat cold salads in order to eat well in the cooler climate. There are endless healthy options that are hearty, too. Think soups, healthy curries, modified pastas and veggie bakes.

Excuse: “I don’t want to work out outside”

We’re living in 2018. There are thousands of indoor options. From doing my 28 program in your lounge room, to spin classes, f45, Pilates … the list goes on. Try a few things until you find something you genuinely enjoy.

Excuse: “My next goal isn’t until summer”

Why? The best way to ensure you’re in shape for summer is to make sure you don’t go backwards during winter. Don’t train for summer; train for life.

Excuse: “It’s raining”

I think my dad sums this up best when he says: “Humans don’t rust”. Get some wet-weather gear and get on with it.

Winter isn’t an excuse to take a break. It’s an opportunity to push yourself to be the best that you can be and will test your determination, consistency and commitment.

You’ll never achieve your goals if you keep setting them back. So, write down your aims and keep them somewhere you can see them every day, and let them push you through winter so you head into spring two steps ahead.

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