Undertaking a fitness journey is no small undertaking, yet keeping motivation alive may prove equally frustrating. Much like learning or grief stages, fitness motivation has multiple layers with distinct challenges and victories for each level. In this blog, we will look at this complex landscape to determine where you might stand on your journeys toward your healthier lives. Photo by Alexander Redl on Unsplash Level 1: The Novice Enthusiast At the start of any fitness journey, motivation can often be at an all-time high. Perhaps you watched an inspiring documentary, or read an article on a weight loss trend, or you're simply getting ready for New Year's resolution season. At this stage, your online basket is full of activewear purchases and you have signed up for every class that you like. Now lies the challenge: staying motivated when reality sets in with sore muscles and tired mornings. Level 2: The Determined Apprentice Once you've managed the initial throes of newfound ...
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