--- title: How to Exercise When Its the Last Thing You Want to do description: "Overcome exercise excuses with psychological and behavioral strategies. Learn to make exercise a non-negotiable part of your schedule, look ahead to the benefits, try \"temptation bundling,\" remember self-care and self-love, and use imagery to visualize success. 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But there are a few psychological and behavioral strategies you can use to help get yourself moving: - Make exercise a non-negotiable part of your schedule: By prioritizing exercise, you can ensure that it gets done, no matter what. - Look ahead to the benefits that exercise will bring to your future self: By considering the positive effects that exercise will have on your future self, you can motivate yourself to get moving today. - Try "temptation bundling" by pairing a workout with something you enjoy: Whether it's watching your favorite show or listening to a podcast, "temptation bundling" can make exercise more enjoyable and easier to get motivated for. - Remember that people will judge, no matter what: Don't let other people's opinions hold you back from taking care of your body. Exercise is about self-care and self-love, not about trying to please others. - Use imagery to visualize yourself having a successful workout: By closing your eyes and visualizing yourself having a successful workout, you can get yourself motivated and ready to go. 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