Okay, real talk?
I did not want to exercise today. At all.
I had every excuse lined up. Too tired. Too busy. Not in the mood. You name it. But something in me said, “Just do something. Ten minutes. That’s it.”
So, I put on my worn-out sneakers, blasted some music, and did a quick stretch. Then a few jumping jacks. Then some squats. Before I knew it, I was sweating—and smiling.
And you know what? I felt better. Not just physically, but mentally. Like I hit a reset button on the day.
The Real Reason I Exercise
It’s not about getting shredded or hitting a number on the scale. Those things are cool, sure—but they’re not what gets me moving.
I exercise for my mind. For that feeling of accomplishment afterward. For the energy boost. For the reminder that I’m in control, even if the rest of my day feels chaotic.
Working out teaches me something every time:
You don’t have to feel motivated. You just have to show up.
The Power of “A Little Bit”
We often wait for the perfect moment, the perfect plan, or a surge of motivation. But the truth is, even five or ten minutes of movement is enough to shift your mood, sharpen your focus, and remind you that you’re stronger than your excuses.
I started today with zero motivation… and ended up proud.
My Challenge to You
Next time you don’t want to work out, try this:
Tell yourself you’ll do just five minutes. Walk, stretch, dance, jump rope, whatever. No pressure. No perfection.
Just movement.
More often than not, those five minutes turn into something more. And even if they don’t—you still showed up for yourself. That counts.