15 Self Care Remedies For Anyone Feeling Unmotivated To Workout | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Wellbeing

15 Self Care Remedies For When You Don't Feel Like Going To The Gym

Because you don't have to kill yourself at the gym to take care of your body.

Irelyn Jannuzzi
Mar 13, 2019
Shippensburg University
206
15 Self Care Remedies For When You Don't Feel Like Going To The Gym
https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-holding-gray-ceramic-mug-846080/

In This Article:

For the typical gym-goers who like to stay in a routine, what do you do when you just don't have the motivation to go? I know one thing, you shouldn't punish yourself. Taking care of your body can come in many forms, not just pumping iron. Here are some that will make you feel better doing one or all of them.

1. Eat balanced.

A balanced lifestyle is key to happiness ladies and gentlemen. Make yourself a nice salad, or pizza, start from scratch, get ingredients, turn up the music, and enjoy yourself.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-holding-cup-dessert-1030848/

2. Listen to music and light a candle.

Just laying down, listening to music in bed is peaceful.

burning-candlelight-candles-container-564901

3. Face masks.

These are probably one of the most soothing and liberating things you can do for yourself.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/adult-art-beautiful-beauty-413880/

4. Stretch/Yoga.

This is so good for your body, and extremely relaxing.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-flexing-her-legs-1882005/

5. Take a hot shower/bath.

Stay in there for a while and shave your legs too.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-on-gray-concrete-bath-tub-716437/

6. Drink green tea.

I recommend the Yogi brand: Green Tea Kombucha….hits the spot.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-pouring-liquid-into-brown-ceramic-cup-814264/

7. Write.

Write down your thoughts, goals, or schedule for the week. Writing relieves tension built up in your mind.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/fashion-woman-notebook-pen-34072/

8. Go on a walk/hike.

Nature is beautiful, don't take it for granted.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/orange-backpack-840719/

10. Color/Draw.

Art is the silent language of the world. Even if you can't draw...doodle. It works.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-sketching-a-kitten-877697/

11. Watch a movie.

This might not seem like self care, but girl when you're stressed, a new TV series or movie is a great distraction.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-wearing-black-dress-shirt-eating-popcorn-1040159/

12. Watch Youtubers

LOVE this. Some of my favorites are Gabby Scheyen, Jen Bretty, Whitney SImmons, Macy Eleni, Olivia Vargas, and Kenzie Brenna.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/bear-business-computer-connection-461497/

13. Coffee.

Because it makes everyone feel better.

art-blur-cappuccino-close-up-302899

14. Drink water.

I've come to learn that water is your best friend. It does many good things for you, so please hydrate yourself.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-holding-drinking-cup-sitting-1458684/

15. Online Shopping.

Retail therapy is my best friend and could be yours too.

https://www.pexels.com/photo/working-macbook-computer-keyboard-34577/

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

AI music threatens creativity

The Soul of Sound: How AI Challenges Human Expression in Music

227889
Humans and robots face off in a rock band battle with guitars and drums, under dynamic lighting.
StableDiffusion

In an age where artificial intelligence can mimic the voice of Freddie Mercury or reimagine pop hits as synthwave ballads, a new frontier has emerged — one that blurs the line between innovation and erosion. While AI offers undeniable benefits in technical domains, its intrusion into creative arts, especially music, raises urgent questions. Not just about copyright, but about culture, education, and the very soul of artistic expression.


Keep Reading...Show less
ai generated music
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

Miami University
557322
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
music
Entertainment

Why Your Astrological Sign May Not Match Your Personality

We are all more than just one sign.

SUNY Plattsburgh
470196
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
astrology
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

UNC Greensboro
443096
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
spring
Relationships

The Importance Of Being A Good Person

An open letter to the good-hearted people.

Sacred Heart University
705291
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
good person

Trending Topics

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments