Need motivation to exercise? Try a diary

By Mayo Clinic Staff

Have you started a workout program? Good for you! Record your efforts to track progress toward your goals. After each workout, record these items: 1. The date. 2. Your activity (swimming, lifting weights, volleyball). 3. How long you exercised. 4. How you felt afterward. Having a chronicle of your improvement can be a great source of motivation.

Jan. 15, 2021 See more In-depth

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