Today I washed my ancient ishuffle and Sony headphones... they have traveled many many kilometres with me and have gotten me through some very tough training sessions. I am gutted!
The things that make it possible for us to get out there and get the exercise done should never be trivialized when it could be the difference between getting your butt into gear or slacking off.
I have to have my 2xu pants to run in... ishuffle (ahhhhhhhh), sony headphones (ahhhhhhh), Brooks runners, Brooks cap.
The music keeps you going and there are lots of music options for different occasions. Online services have even developed musical scores for just about every exercise option going. Like http://www.fitmix.co.uk/, they are super hip!
Your favorite tshirt. It isn't always the coolfit, stay dry, fancy options. But they cotton tshirt they has seen you sweat a whole person can be the motivator you need. It's like a karate uniform, it puts you in the right head space. So get one that says - go get 'em tiger - when you are feeling low on motivation.
Raise funds for a charity. I know of a couple of super fit chicks who put $5 in a jar every time they train and donate the proceeds monthly to a charity of choice. Feel good motivation just got a whole lot more warm and fuzzy.
A real live training partner is also a great idea. I have mine and I probably wouldn't get up every Sunday morning to run at 8am if it wasn't for Cindy!!! Negotiate the intensity before you start so no one feels cheated or let down. Be prepared to work together, you are there to support each other not smash each other's confidence. Be honest, have fun and be flexible with each other.
Training partners and motivators come in all shapes and sizes. Pick a mix so you have a motivator for most situations. Best of all make sure you are your greatest motivator by congratulating yourself when you have done well and kicking yourself in the butt when you are letting yourself down.
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