5 lazy excuses that don't apply when it comes to training

When it comes to adopting a new lifestyle and getting used to profound changes in terms of diet and training, the hardest thing to do is to even start. Of course we kind of want to, but all too often we prefer to take the easier route and just do nothing. This behavior, however, is not necessarily a testament to laziness, but makes perfect sense from an evolutionary perspective, especially since our ancestors were dependent on conserving calories throughout their lives in order to survive in the face of food shortages. So doing only as much as necessary is our evolutionary heritage, to say the least. Now that times have changed, however, this trait is more than redundant because calories are, after all, plentiful. And yet most of us spend most of the day simply doing nothing at all. At the same time, we don't get tired of constantly inventing excuses why we behave this way and don't just get our butts off the couch and get started. In the following article, we would like to introduce you to the five most common excuses, of which you have certainly already used one or the other.

Excuse 1 - I have no time

This is admittedly the most frequently used excuse on this planet. And it actually makes sense in detail, if we consider how stressful life has become in recent decades. However, on the other hand, this excuse is undoubtedly only pretextual, because most of us actually have enough time, but just set other priorities. So if you have time to spend an hour a day surfing Facebook or watching the latest Game of Thrones, you honestly have time, but it's occupied with other priorities. Now you have two choices: Either change your priorities and give up some of your TV time, or start using your time efficiently by multitasking. Especially if you're working out at home, there's nothing wrong with doing it in front of the TV while watching your favorite show. If you really don't have much time to work out for an hour at a time, you can also split your fitness program into several short sessions per day, such as a 30-minute session in the morning before work and a 30-minute session in the evening after work.

Excuse 2 - I am too tired to work out

That's no excuse. Honestly, there's no better way to get a tired body going again and boost energy levels than a crisp workout session. True, there are situations when fatigue is really too much to work out. However, this is usually a purely mental problem. However, there is a simple way to overcome this mental block. Simply set yourself the goal of exercising for ten minutes and only stop if you are still completely exhausted after this time. The advantage of this method is that in 90 percent of cases you won't be tired after 10 minutes and you'll be able to complete your workout, which otherwise would have been a complete washout. And even if you do stop after 10 minutes, 10 minutes of exercise is still better than no exercise at all. But to keep it from getting to that point, make sure you're doing everything you can to stay energized throughout the day. Make sure you get a good eight hours of sleep every night and you'll notice an immediate boost in your energy levels.

Excuse 3 - Training is boring

None of us likes to do boring things day after day that we have to do over and over again. And admittedly, a large part of our training and nutrition routine is actually extremely boring, since we reel off the entire program as if automatically and it has literally become a routine. However, what still works smoothly in everyday life with our daily chores, often finds its limits in the case of voluntary things, such as training. Therefore, it is worthwhile if you also prioritize training accordingly and make it an everyday duty for which there are no excuses. In addition, you should attach great importance to making your training program as varied as possible, despite all routine, by regularly using new exercises and training methods. You can also replace some boring cardio sessions with much more attractive activities like basketball, swimming or beach volleyball, especially in summer.

Excuse 4 - The gym is too expensive

Of course, it's true that gym membership can be expensive. Nevertheless, this is no excuse at all not to train, because a gym is in no way necessary. As many athletes prove, it is also possible to achieve excellent results using only your own body weight or simple tools. In particular, if you only want to do cardio, the last thing you need is a gym, because all you need is a bike, some running shoes and the great outdoors. And even for advanced strength training, you don't need a gym, because a few dumbbells and weights are available second-hand for a reasonable price. The advantage of this initial investment is, of course, that the costs are incurred only once and do not amount to several hundred euros annually. In the long run, it pays off significantly.

Excuse 5 - I have no one to look after the children

Raising children is time-consuming and energy-intensive, but it's no excuse not to exercise. If you can't find someone to watch your kids for a while, you can simply integrate them into your activities and have fun with them. What could be more natural than that, because most kids are real bundles of energy anyway, just waiting to let off steam. So grab your kids and take them to the park to play Frisbee, take them to the ball field, go to the swimming pool or go for a bike ride. These joint activities are not only fun, but also good for you and your kids. And no matter how intense the sporting activity, a little exercise is always better and healthier than no exercise at all.