This Is How to Stay Motivated to Exercise

Start slowly

If you’ve been a couch potato then suddenly run five miles on your first day of exercise, you’ll be sore on day two, perhaps with blisters on your feet, and ready to throw in the towel.

Instead, if you’re not used to being active, the American Diabetes Association recommends starting slowly by walking 10 minutes each day at a comfortable pace. As your fitness levels improve, aim to add three to five minutes to your walking routine each week, until you reach a goal of 30 minutes of brisk walking, five days a week.