If you have to spend a significant amount of time convincing yourself that it is really time to take a shower, then you might not even consider starting working out. It is tiring, requires effort, and you’ll be sore the next day. Truth be told, there aren’t that many other things that you might be doing that you aren’t doing already, but physical activity might seem like something only slightly better than getting infected with a virus. Still, although activities that require at least a bit of effort might seem increasingly out of reach, it doesn’t mean that you should resign yourself to the luscious winds of stagnation. In a second, you’ll learn how to start working out during COVID-19 pandemic.

Start with a warm-up!

Regardless of what an ideal workout looks like to you,  you shouldn’t ignore a warm-up. If you aren’t used to physical activity, then you might discover that your joints and bones are not cooperating to the extent that you have anticipated. It doesn’t mean that you should stop exercising with a shame written all over your face. Before you start your push-ups or squats, spend some time on less intense physical exercises that will help you prepare to put more effort later on. Proper warm-up is especially important if you are exercising in the mornings. Your muscles will be rigid after not moving for many hours. It means that jumping into your workout without any warm-up could result in an injury. If you feel some pain, but according to the doctor, there is no risk of any injury if you continue exercising, then you could take naproxen 500mg. However, if there is a chance that you might harm your body in any way, then it is better to avoid any type of strenuous effort.  

Taking into account the Coronavirus pandemic, you’ll most probably be exercising in your own home. Although it is in certain regards limiting, you can make good use of your speakers by playing your favorite music. Remember, it is better to choose something with a fast tempo for a warm-up, so that you’ll be eager to keep moving. You can even try dancing!

It gets easier

It is often the case that people who don’t workout regularly watch an inspiring movie, and they feel a sudden surge of motivation. Which typically lasts about 2 days. There’s nothing about motivation - maybe watching bodybuilders with bodies of Greek gods can help you reach your goals. Remember, though, that discipline is more important than motivation. You won’t always feel motivated. You might have had trouble sleeping at night, or the girl with whom you’ve been texting for the past 2 months might have turned out to be a bot. You might feel that everything is pointless, and according to many people, but also a fair share of philosophers, you might be right. Even if you doubt that eventually, you’ll be able to become the world’s most powerful weightlifter, it doesn’t mean that working out can’t make your life better. If you exercise regularly, you’ll have more confidence, and as your muscle mass increases, you’ll become stronger. At the same time, your dopamine and serotonin levels will be elevated by physical activity. Unfortunately, it might not be easy to force yourself to work out if you have discovered a new tv series on Netflix that will change your life in exactly zero ways. Still, if you continue working out according to the schedule that you’ve created, you’ll create a habit. Initially, it might not be easy, but if you continue, then with time, you will discover that you don’t even need to convince yourself to workout.

You don’t need to go through this alone!

If you think that your own willpower might not be enough, you could discuss this idea with your friend. Normally, you could work out next to your gym buddy, and it would be much easier to persist. Unfortunately, due to the coronavirus, contact with other people might be limited. If you live with your family then perhaps you could convince someone to exercise with you. If, however, you live on your own, then you might make use of the technology. You could video call your friend, and exercise in your room. This way, there would be no possibility of getting infected, but at the same time, you wouldn’t be alone in your struggle.

Track your progress!

We are all used to immediate results, though when it comes to working out, it will take time before you start noticing the effects. Your mood and energy levels might improve after just several days of working out, but when it comes to the muscles, you’ll have to be patient. Remember to eat a lot of protein and get enough sleep at night, so that your body will repair the damaged muscles, and you’ll be more than ready for the next workout. Start writing down how many push-ups and other exercises you can do today, and in no time you’ll be surprised by the effects of your workouts!