When you go to a gym and watch people on treadmills, elliptical machines, stairclimbers, etc. almost everyone is wearing an IPOD, headphones, watching tv, etc. Reason? Most of us need distraction when we are exercising because the act of exercise is boring in most cases and it doesnt feel very good when you are doing it. Perhaps a tennis match or some other activity in which you are distracted by the competitive nature results in having "fun" while exercising. For most people (including me) exercise is not "fun". When it is over, and you feel the endorphine release, and you shower, then you are glad you did it. But while you are exercising, in most cases, it doesnt feel great...thats why we seek distractions.
Trying to find activities that are as least distasteful as possible is important for long term weight loss. For example, some people hate treadmills. Obviously, those people will find every reason in the world NOT to exercise if a treadmill is their only option. Having equipment in your house makes it much easier and is a wonderful investment for your long term weight loss. On dark very cold morning such as this, it is very difficult to get out of your house and exercise outside or drive to a gym. Many people will find lots of excuses why today is just not a good day to exercise. Having the equipment in your basement with good heat and lighting and perhaps a good flat screen to watch may make things easier.
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