How Long Have You Been Procrastinating About Working Out?

How many times have you found yourself thinking, "I should start working out," only to postpone it to tomorrow, next week, or even next month? You're not alone. According to a recent study the average person spends about six months contemplating starting a workout routine before taking any action. Six months! That's half a year spent in a cycle of contemplation, hesitation and procrastination.

Guess what? By the time many people finally muster the motivation to start exercising, they could have already achieved significant progress towards their fitness goals. Whether it's shedding those extra pounds, building muscle or simply improving overall health and well-being, the delay in taking action means delayed results.

Six months is a substantial amount of time. In that period, you could have established a consistent workout routine, made noticeable improvements in your strength and endurance and even reached some of your initial fitness milestones. Instead, you're left wondering what could have been if only you had started sooner.

So why do we procrastinate when it comes to working out? For many, it's a combination of factors, including fear of failure, lack of confidence and the overwhelming feeling of where to begin. Additionally, life's busy schedule and other commitments often take precedence, pushing fitness to the back burner.

But here's the truth: There will never be a perfect time to start. There will always be obstacles, excuses and reasons to postpone. The key is to break free from the cycle of procrastination and take that first step, no matter how small it may seem.

Remember, progress is progress, no matter how slow. Every workout, every healthy meal, every positive choice you make brings you closer to your goals. And while it's natural to wish you had started sooner, dwelling on the past won't change anything. What matters is what you do now!

So, if this sounds like you—if you're struggling to know where to start, lacking motivation and consistency and have been putting off starting your fitness journey for far too long—then it's time to take action. Join one of my FREE taster classes today. These sessions are just 30 minutes long, low impact and suitable for all levels, they are supported with nutritional advice, health tips and an accountability group. Best of all, you can do them without leaving the house, whether you're wrangling the kids or cooking dinner in the background. There's truly no excuse left! Click the chat button and let's get started on your journey towards a healthier, happier you!