5 reasons why it didn't work out?

My relationship with exercise is just a passing affair. Every New year I resolve to be fit, and a week later you spot me at my favorite restaurant chugging soda pops and fries. But why would one commit to working out? The amount of pain and efforts it takes, is it all worth it after all? If the answer is NO, then here’s to the top 5 reasons why one shouldn’t (wouldn’t) exercise.

1. Why can’t there be 48 hours in a day?!?!

We all have heard that one friend complaining that there isn’t enough time in a day to accomplish everything. So how can one expect to take out an hour towards the gym? One would either have to compromise on sleep or binge-watching their favorite TV show. And isn’t it of utmost importance to discuss why did Stephanie come to the party with Josh and not John? Our schedule of sleeping, going to work (boring!), being updated on social media, gossip and TV simply can’t be amended!

2. My bank account and I have a minor disagreement

I am a fully grown independent individual trying to make sound financial choices. But sometimes my body just craves for that sushi or popcorn at the theater. I need to dress up for the life I wish to have since envisioning and putting it out in the universe is everything! And while I work so hard and for such long hours, I deserve a spa day or 15. Hence, committing to a gym subscription cannot be included in my budget.

3. I need to caress my ego on the daily

Not everyone can lift those 50 pounders and look buff in the gym shower. Such places are not healthy for my tiny ego. I need to feel important and be in the limelight of every situation I am put in. If I ain’t the best at it, honey I ain’t even trying to begin with it. I get awkward and feel deflated around over-achievers. So a group activity including exercise is not my cup of tea.

4. It’s too overwhelming!

There are so many variations when it comes to working out - crossfit, cardio, zumba, powerlifting, weight training, kickboxing, dance… Whew the list is endless! And if one does manage to pick a type of training, there’s another list of levels and muscle groups waiting for you. It’s like going to a 5 star hotel and asking for water. The waiter bombards you with regular or mineral, flat or sparkling, aquafina or perrier,... Aggh I just want a normal glass of water!!

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5. I’m not motivated enough

I saved the best one for the last. Why does one crave food or success and is ready to put in the hard work of walking towards the fridge and heating up the food or waking up everyday to go to the same small cubicle? Well it is because I am motivated to eat because I’m hungry or I would like some recognition. Well what purpose shall exercise serve in my otherwise very meaningful and blissful life? I don’t think it does, and so I am sorry for not being sorry. And we ain’t gonna work out Honey!

Well if the next time someone asks you why don’t you workout, try a line from my blog or better share this one with them. Let me know in the comments if you also have come up with some interesting excuses.

I have also written a piece on how easy it is to workout, so if you’d like give that a read as well.