The winter isn’t just rough on our skin and hair; our workout routines can suffer as well through the bitterly cold weather and short, dark days. It can make us seriously unambitious, prone to comfy clothes and Pinterest, and leaves us in a funk! The good news is the birds are chirping, the tulips are blooming and spring is right around the corner. So let’s talk about cleaning up our workout routines and getting back to our favorite healthy habits. (Yes—healthy habits can be your favorite!)
Plan Tonight for an Easy Tomorrow
Before you go to sleep, pick out your workout clothes and set them by your bed for an easy, no-excuses outfit that you can throw on when your alarm wakes you up early for that 5:00 a.m. Power Hour. It’s even smart to prep your water bottle, protein powder or snack with your gym bag the night before so you don’t forget anything when you have to get up and go.
Eat (a Big) Breakfast
Not a morning workout person? Begin your day early anyway and make a big, nutritious breakfast with protein that will kick-start your metabolism. Eating like a king or queen in the morning will give your body nourishment for the start of your jam-packed day, and help you stay energized until your evening workout.
Treat Yo-self
Warmer weather is as good an excuse as any to treat yourself to a new pair of workout pants, new Nikes or those TITLE boxing gloves you’ve been eyeing. New workout gear is one of the best ways to motivate yourself to get back into your routine and look great doing it!
Be a Tall Drink of Water
Don’t want to get up and turn off The Bachelor to do anything cardio related? Us, too. The lack of energy and willpower is real. But the solution is simple! Drink more water. (Think: probably a gallon more!) Not only does more water in your diet help your energy, but it also helps to beat the bloat. Hello, you tall drink of water, you! Plus, staying hydrated means you recover faster and you can get to your next TITLE class without any serious struggle. Take note: water down, power up!
Keep a Journal – For Real
“Has it really been two weeks since I’ve worked out?” We all know the feeling. Between work, family and relationships, we tend to forget that oh-so-important “me time.” Start keeping a journal or a list in your phone of all of your workouts. Accountability is key for progress!