New Delhi, India

Working out regularly is essential for our overall health. It may help heart health and boost energy. It also helps in strengthening bones and improving lung health. Exercising regularly also helps in managing chronic illnesses like diabetes. 

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Apart from physical health benefits, it also has mental health benefits and can improve mood significantly. For some people, it can be a healthy way to release negative emotions and improve positivity.

However, maintaining consistency in working out may be challenging for most of us. We often start exercising but lose motivation after a few days. 

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Here are some tips to help you stay consistent with your workout routine:

Find out what you like

There are numerous exercises that you can do, like gyming, biking, running, swimming, etc. Find out what you love doing and include it in your fitness routine. If you get bored with one kind of exercise, try different ones on different days. This way, you will enjoy your workout sessions and look forward to the next one!

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Track your progress

Track your progress using a journal or a fitness-tracking app. Logging in your achievements will provide you with a sense of accomplishment. This will help you stay motivated and consistent.

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Schedule your workouts

If you are often busy with other commitments, keep some time scheduled for workouts out of your day. It will reduce the chances of you missing any workout session due to other things like work and other engagements.

Mini-workouts

If you can't find enough time to exercise in a day, break your workout sessions into smaller parts over the day. This will provide you with the same results while being able to adjust to your normal routine.

Find a partner

Working out with a friend or a loved one can help make your fitness sessions more fun. It will also help in keeping you consistent when it is scheduled with someone else.

(With inputs from agencies)