What's Standing in the Way of Your Workouts?

What's Standing in the Way of Your Workouts? By Paige Waehner  There are plenty of reasons we skip exercise, some we can control and some we can't. But, there are some common obstacles we all face that make exercise really difficult. In fact, it's inevitable that most of us will face situations that make exercise hard, if not impossible. It's these times that really test you, but there are ways you can deal with them. Are You Too Stressed Out to Exercise?   Exercise can reduce stress, of course, but it can also cause stress. This is often the case when you're overwhelmed by life and you can't fit one more obligation onto your to do list. Here's what to do if you feel too stressed to exercise. READ NOW Exercising When You're Depressed   Depression can feel debilitating and exercise may feel like the last thing you want to do. However, there are some tricks you can use to get moving. Sometimes that alone can make you feel a little better about yourself. READ NOW Exercising With an Injury   If you're injured, how do you exercise? You'll find tips and tricks for staying active even if you're dealing with an injury. READ NOW Why You Give up on Exercise and What to Do About It  Have you given up on exercise? There's always a reason and there are key moments that can happen in any exerciser's life to watch out for. These moments can create so much frustration, so much self-doubt, you may feel like you have no choice but to quit. However, it's often during these hard moments that you need to keep going.   READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Understanding Lung Cancer Understanding Plaque Psoriasis Understanding Asthma Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis Understanding Type 2 Diabetes AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Exercise newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.