How to help with motivation

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How to Boost Your Motivation to Exercise — Especially When You Don’t Feel Like It
By Lesley French, Owner & Creator of Better Balance for Life

If you’ve ever struggled with motivation when it comes to exercise, you’re definitely not alone. Even the most committed people have days when the couch feels far more inviting than a pair of sneakers. But here’s the good news: motivation isn’t something you either have or don’t have — it’s something you *build*.

The trick is to stop relying on motivation as your starting point and start relying on small, simple actions instead. Once you take the first tiny step, motivation grows from the momentum you create.

Here are a few ways to make that happen:

*1. Start really small*

Don’t aim for a full workout. Aim for just 3 minutes. March on the spot, do a few breaths, or roll your shoulders. When you make it easy to begin, your brain is far more willing to play along.

*2. Focus on how you want to *feel*, not what you want to achieve*

You may not be excited about the workout…
But you will love the feeling afterward — clearer head, better mood, more energy, and a sense of control over your health.
Let that feeling pull you forward.

*3. Pair your movement with something you enjoy*

Put on music you love, listen to a podcast, or exercise outdoors. When movement feels like something enjoyable — not a chore — motivation becomes natural, not forced.

*4. Celebrate the wins (especially the small ones)*

Every workout, every stretch, every walk counts. When you acknowledge your effort, your brain reinforces the behaviour. Consistency comes from feeling good about the progress you’re making.

*5. Remember your ‘why’*

Whether your goal is to stay independent, avoid falls, reduce stress, or simply feel stronger in your everyday life… your ‘why’ is the anchor that holds you steady when motivation wobbles.

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Movement doesn’t have to be perfect — it just has to happen. And once you start, you’ll be amazed at how quickly motivation follows.

If you’d like more support, guidance, and gentle structure, my Better Balance for Life programs are here to help you stay strong, confident, and independent at every age.

You've got this — let’s move forward together. 😊