Tips for staying motivated
​It's not always easy to stay motivated. Sometimes life seems to get in the way and it can feel like we don't have the time or energy to keep active. Below are some things to consider to help you on your journey to being more active.
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​Start with small changes.
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Choose activities you will enjoy.
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Plan your exercise.
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Make activity part of your daily routine.
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Tell someone about your exercise plans or write them down.
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Track exercises in a diary or a calendar. Track your steps with a pedometer, activity monitor, phone app or smart watch. More ideas to track your activity can be found here.
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Gradually increase your exercise eg, increase the number of steps you take each day.
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Vary your activities to keep them interesting.
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Focus on what your have achieved.​
​Remember, any movement is better than none!
You can find more tips and an exercise planner here. You can also check out real-life stories in our Be inspired section to see how other people are staying active at home.
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The below videos from the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health's Staying active during and after lockdown webinar may also give you some tips on getting started and staying motivated.
I want to be active, where do I start?
Betty Ramsay, Physiotherapist and Health Coach, explains how to get started with being active on your own, including the importance of goals, enjoyment, habits, connections and self-monitoring.
​Advice from a Geriatrician
Dr John Ward, Geriatrician, provides his insights into why physical activity is important in older people.
Advice from a rehabilitation doctor
Professor Steven Faux, Rehabilitation doctor, discusses important considerations of being physically active during the COVID-19 pandemic.