Exercise has a lot of important benefits. But most people don’t exercise or don’t do it consistently or long enough to get those benefits. If you ask people why they dropped out of their program, I ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. When it comes to staying active, the biggest challenge often ...

You know you’re supposed to exercise regularly, but finding the motivation to do it can sometimes be tough. After all, work and general life obligations are really good at getting between you and the ...

Why do some people maintain exercise habits for years while others quit within weeks? Emerging research shows that enjoyment, autonomy, positive emotions, and social support are often more important ...

It seems rare to see someone in the gym without earbuds when they are not with a trainer or group. For most people, music is the fuel for their workout and helps keep them focused. If they forget ...

Are you becoming increasingly concerned or obsessed with looking good? Do you exercise to enhance your appearance or do you exercise for sheer enjoyment? Are you influenced by the media, which often ...

Step tracking with mindfulness training delivered via a mobile app boosts people's desire to exercise. A new study from the Centre for Motivation and Behaviour Change at the University of Bath has ...

Motivation has been defined as an internal push to accomplish a goal. It even seems similar to the word “move,” although “move” can simply mean doing something, like advancing a chess piece. Digging ...

We all need exercise — at least 150 minutes a week, in fact — but let's face it: Working out just isn't everyone's cup of tea. And even fitness fanatics and top-tier athletes have those days when they ...