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12 Hurdles That Always Appear When I Try to Work Out
When it comes to exercising, people generally fall into four distinct categories:
- Those who genuinely enjoy working out.
- Those who don’t particularly like it but do it because they recognize its benefits.
- Those who despise it and create endless excuses to skip it.
- Those who loathe it, avoid it, and feel absolutely no guilt about their choice.
I often wish I belonged to categories 1 or 2. Heck, I’d even settle for category 4 if I could just stop caring. But alas, I do care—just enough to keep me firmly planted in category 3.
I genuinely want to work out. I think about it often. I gaze at my collection of workout DVDs showcasing stunning (and heavily edited) individuals with chiseled abs and perky bottoms and think, “Yes! I want that!” Then, I promptly grab my phone and devour a donut.
If you’re in the same boat and are running low on excuses for why you’re not breaking a sweat, here are 12 fresh reasons to add to your repertoire:
- Gym Equipment Looks Intimidating. Seriously, those machines look like something out of a horror movie. I’m convinced some of them were inspired by the torturous devices in the classic The Princess Bride. All those bars, pulleys, and weights? They scream diabolical.
- My Workout Clothes Are Non-Existent. After giving birth to two little bundles of joy, my body has transformed into something unrecognizable. My old workout gear is now a distant memory, and shopping for new clothes with two toddlers in tow feels like climbing Everest. Although Target is conveniently next door…
- Exhaustion is My Constant Companion. Kids have this uncanny ability to drain every ounce of energy from me. By the end of the day, I can barely lift a fork full of chocolate cake to my lips, let alone do lunges or planks.
- I Can’t Wake Up Any Earlier. Nope, not happening. My baby monitor serves as my alarm clock, and it goes off before most people even dream. That’s after a night filled with teething, colds, and all sorts of nighttime chaos. There’s no way I’m waking up earlier than absolutely necessary.
- My Kids Wasted My Deodorant. I’m not about to offend anyone with my odor, yet I now have to scrub my windows because my little ones decided to get creative with my personal care items.
- Showering Feels Like an Olympic Event. On days when I do nothing at all, I struggle to find time for a shower. So, working out? That’s a whole different ballgame.
- I Just Ate. I’m pretty sure working out on a full stomach is akin to inviting disaster.
- Skipped Breakfast? Time to Snack First! My mornings tend to be chaotic, and if I skip breakfast, I’ll need to eat before I can even think about exercising. But then, I’ll be too stuffed to work out, and soon I’ll have to tackle the kitchen mess…
- My Hair is a Constant Distraction. I thought getting a new haircut would help, but I ended up losing four hours of my life scrolling Pinterest for styles.
- I Think I’m Coming Down with Something. I need to save all my energy, just in case. After all, as a parent, there are no sick days.
- Just Getting Over Being Sick. The last thing I want is to overexert myself and end up back in bed.
- No Parking at the Gym. I actually packed the kids, drove to the gym, and found no available spots! But hey, there were plenty of spaces at Target, so I did manage to get some new workout gear. All in all, today was a success!
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Summary:
Finding the motivation to exercise can be a struggle, especially with the challenges of parenting. From intimidating gym equipment to the chaos of daily life, many hurdles can get in the way. This light-hearted take on the excuses we use provides a relatable glimpse into the everyday challenges faced by those looking to get fit.