3. I exercise because…

7. Benefits of Exercise Psychological:  Exercise improves mood – due to the release of endorphins (same as being in love or eating chocolate)  Also help to combat mental illness and depression

8. Physical Benefits  Reduces the risk for several diseases including: heart disease, adult-onset diabetes, high blood pressure, breast cancer, osteoporosis, and colon cancer.  Keep your metabolism rate (burns calories if you need to lose weight)  Helps you sleep better

9. Who will last longer or stay committed in a fitness program?

10. People stay committed when…  they have intrinsic motivation – they enjoy the way they feel post exercise (physiologically) and they way the feel about what they have accomplished (psychologically)  they have extrinsic motivation – they feel that they would have a better life (looking more attractive – promotion or be more desirable)  trying to impress the instructor  *Less sustainable

11. People stay committed when…  It is convenient Joining an exercise facility that is in close proximity to your home or workplace makes it easier to stick to the program.

12. People stay committed when…  Ambiance: The ambiance of the fitness facility has a strong influence on compliance.  This may include the facility's cleanliness, color patterns and smells.

13. People stay committed when…  Social atmosphere: Many people join a fitness facility because they enjoy the company of the other members.

14. People stay committed when…  Performance: A well designed sport-specific program can provide concrete rewards.

15. People stay committed when…  They fear they will look unattractive (University of Bath study in England)

16. What can you do to help yourself stay motivated?

17. Sustain motivation…  Start on the right track – have an accurate view of where you are physically and mentally (i.e., how fit and how motivated you really are),  Set realistic goals based on where you are

18. Stay motivated…  Music  Outfits  Workout log book  Variety  Exercise group  Workout with friends/family