Another factor limiting our activity is that many of us feel tired after a day that had little physical activity. Feeling tired actually is a symptom of inactivity as well as a reason for it. It's hard to believe until you do it. And a walk takes the edge off of the day's stress and frustration, while inactivity may keep you groggy all evening. To figure out what keeps you from activity, look at what factors entice you to be active.
Activity needs to enjoyable, convenient and affordable.
Often we purchase the latest home exercise machine for convenience, but find out after a week that it is far from fun. A very enjoyable exercise like dancing, biking or swimming may not seem feasible in your busy schedule, but perhaps it would be enough fun to draw you back to it. The challenge is finding several things you enjoy doing and making them as easy and affordable as possible. In general, starting an activity with someone else, or in a class or team, can help provide the motivation needed to get you through that tricky time between starting a new habit and considering it a regular part of your day. Your answer is often based on what the rest of what your day is like.