1. How can people get motivated to exercise after winter?
• Go and try on their Summer clothes is usually a good spot to start
• Weigh yourself
• Set a date to just go and do it
• Have a plan of attack
• Look to train when the days are a bit warmer and longer, generally as it gets a bit warmer people tend to start thinking about exercise again. Set aside anything to get started..even if it only 15 mins twice a week. Very quickly the endorphins will start back up they will then become self motivated to do more

2. Eight Steps for Getting Ready for Spring/Summer
•Step 1- Set Small Goals (S.M.A.R.T - specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely)

The first thing you need to do before you start your spring fitness routine is to set goals, and clearly state what you want to accomplish. You should have multiple small goals that build up to your main goal. For example, if you want to lose 5kg, or run for 30 minutes, set small goals such as, lose ½ a kilo a week or run for 10 minutes a day and increase your run time by one minute each day. Write down your goals and post them somewhere very visible, such as your bathroom mirror or refrigerator.

•Step 2- Prepare

Prepare yourself for success. If you are going to start a fitness routine you need to set aside a period of time each day that you will dedicate to your fitness routine, ease into the program if you haven’t trained in the Winter Months

•Step 3 – Spring Clean

Go through the fridge and throw out the junk food, stock your refrigerator with healthy food, start drinking plenty of water, buy a new pair of running shoes, or do whatever you need to do to prepare so that you can attain your personal goals.

Step 4 - Routine

Plan your fitness routine. What exactly are you going to do each day to work towards your spring fitness goals? Write down your planned fitness routine, so that you can follow it. Be very detailed by writing down what exercise you will do each day, and how long you will maintain it.

•Step 4- Initiate

Initiate your spring fitness routine. Just set a day, date and time. Start exercising and eating healthy each day as you have outlined in your planned fitness routine. The hardest part can be just getting to the gym or taking the first step of your walk or run, but once you get going you will be glad that you initiated your workout.

•Step 5- Write it all Down

Dedicate a special notebook to the notation of your workout and food each day. Your notebook will serve as your accountability and your progress tracker. Write down what you do for exercise each day in your notebook, and how long you work out for. Add any other details that you want to keep track of. You should also keep a food log in your notebook. Studies have shown that people that write down what they eat each day lose more weight than people who don’t keep track. You may also want to write your goals in your notebook.

•Step 6- Keep Setting Goals and look back weekly

If you set appropriate goals, prepare adequately, design a feasible routine, initiate your fitness routine each day, and take proper notation, you will begin to accomplish your small goals, and then your large goals. Each time you attain a goal, set a new goal. Stay focused on your goals and you will be successful in your spring fitness venture.

• Step 7 – Find a fitness friend

Look for a friend that is keen to also get ready for Spring and Summer. There is nothing better than a bit of accountability to someone else.

• Step 8 – Have Fun

Whatever you decide to do just make sure you have doing it… It is the time to get outdoors and enjoy the wonderful time of year.

P.S. Don’t be too late and miss out on your opportunity for our fantastic outdoor Spring Boot Camp Canberra season starting soon. Send us a message in the contact us section at the top of this page to register today, but hurry there are only limited spots available….

The Succeed Team