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Finally decided to start running.
But after running twice,
your legs are so sore, and you're exhausted.
You say, running is really quite tiring.
Why can others always stick to it? You've made up your mind,but you always find excuses in action.Today, you're in a good mood, so you run and share your workout on social media; tomorrow, you slack off, succumb to the temptation of delicious food, and lounge at home. The running and reading plans you made at the beginning of the yearseem to have fallen far behind.
"Why set so many rules for yourself?" you ask yourself.
"Isn't it nice to be a bit more carefree?" you answer yourself.
In the end, it all boils down to the issue of "persistence."Whether it's reading or running, doing it sporadically is equivalent to giving up on the persistence that makes you better.
In today's 'Words of Value Explosion,' let's talk about how to break out of the 'sporadic running' cycle. The answer applies to reading, studying, and even other activities.
Look at these examples of "persistence."
1. U.S. Presidents
Barack Obama exercises at least 6 days a week, 45 minutes each time.
Former President George W. Bush loves sports, runs 6 times a week, and does interval training on Sundays. At 46, he participated in a marathon, finishing in 3 hours and 44 minutes.
2. Celebrities
Well-known Hunan TV host Du Haitao, once known for being overweight, slimmed down to a fit man after 100 days of consistent exercise.
Zhang Yuqi often shares her fitness photos on Weibo, showing that she is a fitness enthusiast with many challenging moves.
Zhang Junning is a dedicated "running enthusiast," having participated in the 2011 San Francisco Half Marathon, the 2014 Taipei Marathon, and countless 10K races. She reportedly still maintains a habit of running outdoors three times a week. It's undeniable that "Empress Xu Hui" is incredibly charming when she puts on her running shoes and starts running.
Think about why you want to run.
To lose weight, to shape up, to have a healthier body, or even just to adopt a healthier lifestyle.
Remembering your initial motivation might help you stick with it longer and even fall in love with running.
If it was just a whim, these "little thoughts" might affect you: running hurts your knees! Running makes your calves bigger! Running is so tiring!
So, don't let these unfounded factors affect you. Think it through before you start, and gradually reinforce your persistence.
Do you have high time management efficiency?
Time management is a term that could fill a book. Here, it simply refers to whether you can effectively organize your life and work in a day and still have time to exercise.
People who manage their time efficiently can prioritize tasks. They don't do other things during work hours, and after work, they have time for exercise, reading, socializing, and hobbies.
On the other hand, people who are casual with their time might waste it browsing Weibo, shopping online, or chatting on WeChat. At the end of the day, they lament, "All my time went to work," and feel "very tired," leaving no time for running. They go home to lounge, enjoy the air conditioning, play on their phone, and eat watermelon, which feels refreshing.
Have you discovered the joy of exercise?
For those who are inconsistent, you should ask if they have found the joy in fitness. I think not. A true fitness enthusiast isn't just trying to lower their health indicators; they might have found a way to enjoy their own company through a particular sport, or they might enjoy the sense of belonging in group activities.
During running, our bodies release interesting chemicals that create a sense of excitement, similar to the feeling of being in love.
Of course, some people enjoy the thrill of competition, the satisfaction of surpassing themselves, or the excitement of breaking records. In any case, find your joy in exercise, and you'll likely stick with it longer.
Interactive topic
Have you ever wanted to give up on exercise or running? Do you have any "secrets" for sticking to your workouts? Let's discuss in the comments section below!