Gym motivation must be one of the popular searches on the internet. Indeed, we all want to be better – both mentally and physically. We all strive for perfection and by nature we are all programmed to be concerned and worry about our well-being.
However, our natural desires to stay healthy and fit are not always supported by the actions we take. When facing a challenge or going through low times we often find ourselves on the brink of giving up. It is a crucial moment during which is so important to receive this extra push that can help us to move on toward our dreams.
That is why I made a small collection of the most powerful and, definitely, my favorite motivational quotes. They can help you to find support at the moments when you feel stuck.
So before devaluing your accomplishments and throwing in the towel, go ahead and read the article. I am sure it will help you!
My top six self motivation quotes
Sometimes I really feel like going back to my old habits rather than pushing myself to the gym. Because of that I know, how simple words, heard at the right time can bring the inspiration back.
So, allow me to share my PERSONAL favorite fitness quotes that so many times already served me so well.
6. By Greg Plitt
Time does fly and by procrastinating our actions toward better self we are procrastinating life. For sure, you don’t want to look back at certain moment and wish you can do something better with your life.
Nothing tastes as bitter as a feeling of regret.
From now on you will only treat yourself as someone special. And if you wish this beautiful person well, put your sneakers on and head to the gym.
5. By Bruce Lee
Buzzing notifications, messages and calls that imply immediate response, social media, marketing – all that bombards us nonstop, promising happiness in the forms of things, services, or experiences.
Add constant FOMO, that tosses us from one thing to another. As a result, we squander the opportunity to invest our attention into quality something.
Remember that achieving results in anything requires consistency and concentration in one direction. Focus is a key ingredient in the recipe for success. (Here is the dedicated article on how to effectively improve focus.)
So, stop being lost in all that background noise and remind yourself one more time why are you doing what you doing. Stay concentrated and don’t let what others do or say distract you from your goals.
4. By Jean-Jacques Rousseau
It is a well-known fact that exercise markedly boosts brain functions. Physical activity is claimed to significantly improve cognitive functions and helps you to think clearer, regain focus and become more creative.
But you don’t have to believe the words. Try taking a quick workout break next time your mind is fogged after sitting for hours behind the computer, or when all of a sudden you experience an energy drop in the middle of the day.
I promise you will be pleasantly surprised by the results.
3. By Jillian Michaels
As much as staying comfortable can be appealing, nothing really happens there. Yes, it is safe and familiar, but life starts where the familiarity ends.
Living fully and adventurously implies stepping forward into the unknown and embracing the discomfort that comes with that.
The discomfort of leaving your comfort zone when heading out into the unexplored world will soon be forgotten when you sow the fruits of what you have once reaped.
2. By Tony Robbins
I think striving for perfectionism is ruining the fun for us. It stalls our beginnings and discourages us. If not do something perfectly, why ever begin?..
Adopting the mentality of improvement over perfectionism is the key. Think about it – instead of comparing yourself to the whole world, you can choose to focus on your own progress. Isn’t nice?
Meaning that as long as you do at least something every day, you already put yourself in a winning position. How wonderful!
So why not congratulate yourself on another day of your life when you chose to do something when you could easily do nothing?
1. By Karen Lamb
This is my personal number one of the most powerful motivational quotes.
It makes me think of 2020 and covid times. Although it seems like we were on a lockdown just yesterday, in reality, almost four years have passed since then.
Now imagine your fitness results today if you would start to work out during the quarantine. Impressive, huh?
Now simply think, what would you like to thank yourself for exactly a year from now? How about that for your gym motivation?
if workout quotes doesn't work
Finding the right motivation for gym and workout sometimes is not easy. It is perfectly fine that at times we feel uninspired and there is no quote in the world that can make us go exercise. And that is ok.
One day skipped is really no big deal. It is consistency that really makes a difference.
If you’d like to find out more, here is the article dedicated to making physical activity an inseparable part of your life.
More motivational fitness quotes that you would like
“Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.”— Henry David Thoreau
“All progress takes place outside the comfort zone.”- Michal Joan Bobak
“Success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.”— Winston Churchill
“Once you learn to quit, it becomes a habit.¨ ― Vince Lombardi Jr
“Today I will do what others won’t, so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can’t.” —Jerry Rice
“Nothing will work unless you do.” —Maya Angelou
“Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will.” – Suzy Kassem
“If it doesn’t challenge you it doesn’t change you.” – Fred Devito
self motivation quotes by unknown but also great
“YOU ARE ONE WORKOUT AWAY FROM A BETTER MOOD.”
“DON’T GIVE UP BECAUSE YOU HAD A BAD DAY. FORGIVE YOURSELF AND DO BETTER TOMORROW.”
“YOUR SUCCESS IS FOUND IN YOUR DAILY ROUTINE.”
“STRIVE FOR PROGRESS, NOT PERFECTION.”
“I REGRET DOING THIS KICKASS WORKOUT. SAID NO ONE. EVER.”
“YOU DON’T HAVE TO GO FAST YOU JUST HAVE TO GO.”
One last thing before you head to the gym
Learn to forgive yourself and practice self-compassion.
Accept yourself for who you are and stay tuned to your body.
Remember that even taking small steps will eventually positively reflect on your physique and on your life in general.
P.S. Want to become even better? Read this article about the best habits to adopt for a life-changing transformation. Cheers!
