100 Reasons You Should Work Out Today

By: NicoleNichols, SparkPeople Blogger 4/8/2013 6:00 AM : 231 comments : 611,900 Views See More: fitness, motivation,

We all have those days that we don't want to work out even though we know we should.

When you need a little motivation, look no further.

Here are 100 reasons you shouldn't skip your workout today.

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100 Reasons to Exercise Now

1. Because it makes you feel confident2. Because it helps you get stronger3. Because exercise helps combat depression4. Because you'll feel proud of yourself5. Because you have goals you want to reach6. Because you'll feel bad if you don't7. Because you want to move forward, not backward8. Because it burns more calories than not working out9. Because it improves your heart health10. Because you want a great butt11. Because it prevents diabetes12. Because you want to be a good example to your kids13. Because you want to feel good in your clothes14. Because it reduces your risk of cancer15. Because your body was made to move16. Because you want to be an athlete17. Because you want to look better18. Because it lifts your mood19. Because you want to stand taller20. Because it reduces back pain21. Because it feels good22. Because it makes you feel accomplished23. Because you spend most of your day on your butt24. Because swimsuit season is always coming25. Because strong is the new skinny26. Because dieting only works so much27. Because it strengthens your bones, too28. Because it helps you lose weight29. Because it allows you to eat more food30. Because it's the best way to spend "me" time31. Because it helps you de-stress32. Because it's cheaper than therapy33. Because you want a strong core34. Because you want to take care for yourself35. Because you take pride in your body36. Because it strengthens your legs37. Because it helps your clothes fit better38. Because you want to push yourself39. Because you are capable of more than you ever imagined40. Because moving your body feels good41. Because it keeps your mind sharp42. Because it helps you beat belly bloat43. Because it helps you sleep better at night44. Because it gives you energy45. Because you want to stay healthy as you age46. Because you want to look younger47. Because you want toned arms48. Because it improves your balance49. Because it burns off last night's dessert50. Because it boosts your immune system51. Because sweat is sexy52. Because you want to live longer53. Because you want to get better at your game54. Because you want to catch someone's eye55. Because exercisers earn more money56. Because you're more likely to eat better when you exercise57. Because you want to shave time off your running pace58. Because you want to breathe easier59. Because you want to see the scale drop60. Because exercise improves your sex life61. Because you are worth it62. Because being fit makes everything in life better63. Because you promised yourself that you would64. Because you deserve a better life65. Because it'll help you drink more water66. Because you want to do real push-ups67. Because it reduces your health care costs68. Because you'll miss fewer days of work69. Because you want to create a new future for yourself70. Because it'll help you like what you see in the mirror71. Because it makes clothing shopping more fun72. Because you want to look and feel incredible73. Because exercising can be fun74. Because it'll give your skin a glow75. Because it's a good way to spend time with your friends76. Because it'll help you prevent the middle-age spread77. Because it reduces your blood pressure78. Because you don't want to let yourself go79. Because you don't want to squeeze into an airplane or rollercoaster seat80. Because it strengthens your spirit81. Because it's a cheap way to entertain yourself82. Because you'll be able to reward yourself83. Because you need a reason to wear those new workout clothes84. Because you're tired of being tired85. Because not working out is not going to get you very far86. Because it's a great way to spend time outside87. Because you made a commitment to yourself88. Because you're tired of starting over89. Because there will always be another wedding, vacation or reunion90. Because you're not a quitter91. Because it improves your cholesterol92. Because it boosts your metabolism93. Because it prevents age-related muscle loss94. Because if you can do this, you can do anything95. Because a fit body is a healthy body96. Because it beats sitting on the couch97. Because everyone has at least 10 minutes to spare98. Because you want to be stronger than your excuses99. Because not working out isn't working out for youBecause the only workout you ever regret is the one you skip1. Reduces your risk of getting heart disease. 2. Increases your lever of muscle strength.3. Improves the functioning of your immune system.4. Enhances sexual desire, performance and satisfaction.5. Helps you to more effectively manage stress.6. Helps you to lose weight -- especially fat weight.7. Improves the likelihood of survival from a myocardial infarction (heart attack).8. Can help relieve the pain of tension headaches -- perhaps the most common type of headache.9. Improves your body's ability to use fat for energy during physical activity.

10. Increases the density and breaking strength of bones. [TOP] 11.Helps to preserve lean body tissue.12. Reduces the risk of developing hypertension (high blood pressure).13. Increases the density and breaking strength of ligaments and tendons.14. Improves coronary (heart) circulation.15.Increases circulating level of HDL (good) cholesterol.16. Assists in efforts to stop smoking.17. Reduces your risk of developing Type 2 (non-insulin dependent) diabetes.18. Can help improve short-tem memory in older individuals.19. Helps to maintain weight loss -- unlike dieting, alone. [TOP]

20. Helps relieve many of the common discomforts of pregnancy (backache, heartburn, constipation, etc). 21. Reduces your anxiety level.22. Helps control blood pressure in people with hypertension.23. Reduces the viscosity of your blood.24. Reduces vulnerability to various cardiac dysrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms).25. Increases your maximal oxygen uptake ( VO2 max--perhaps the best measure of your physical working capacity).26. Helps to overcome jet lag.27. Slows the rate of joint degeneration in people with osteoarthritis.28. Lowers your resting heart rate.29. Helps to boost creativity. [TOP]

30. Reduces circulating levels of triglycerides. 31. Helps the body resist upper respiratory tract infections.32. Increases your anaerobic threshold, allowing you to work or exercise longer at a higher level, before a significant amount of lactic acid builds up.33.Reduces medical and healthcare expenses.34. Improves ability to recover from physical exertion.35. Helps speed recovery from chemotherapy treatments.36. Increases ability to supply blood to the skin for cooling.37. Increases the thickness of the cartilage in your joints.38. Gives you more energy to meet the demands of daily life, and provides you with a reserve to meet the demands of unexpected emergencies.39. Increase your level of muscle endurance. [TOP]

40. Helps you sleep easier and better.. 41. Improves posture.42. Improves athletic performance.43. Helps you to maintain your resting metabolic rate.44. Reduces the risk of developing colon cancer.45. Increases your tissues' responsiveness to the actions of insulin (i.e., improves tissue sensitivity for insulin), helping to better control blood sugar, particularly if you are a Type2 diabetic.46. Helps to relieve constipation.47. Expands blood plasma volume.48. Reduces the risk of developing prostate cancer.49. Helps to combat substance abuse. [TOP]

50. Helps to alleviate depression. 51. Increases your ability to adapt to cold environments.52. Helps you maintain proper muscle balance.53. Reduces the rate and severity of medical complications associated with hypertension.54. Helps to alleviate certain menstrual symptoms.55. Lowers your heart rate response to sub maximal physical exertion.56. Helps to alleviate low-back pain.57. Helps to reduce the amount for insulin required to control blood sugar level in Type1(insuline-dependent) diabetics.58. Improves mental alertness.59. Improves respiratory muscle strength and muscle endurance -- particularly important for asthmatics. [TOP]

60. Reduces your risk of having a stroke. 61. Helps you to burn excess calories.62. Increases your cardiac reserve.63. Improves your physical appearance.64. Offsets some of the negative side-effects of certain antihypertensive drugs.65.Increases your stroke volume (the amount of blood the heart pumps with each beat).66. Improves your self-esteem.67. Reduces your susceptibility for coronary thrombosis (clot in an artery that supplies the hear with blood).68. Helps you to relax.69. Reduces the risk of developing breast cancer. [TOP]

70. Improves mental cognition (a short-term effect only). 71. Maintains or improves joint flexibility.72. Improves your glucose tolerance.73. Reduces workdays missed due to illness.74. Protects against "creeping obesity"( the slow but steady weight gain that occurs as you age).75. Enhances your muscles' abilities to contract.76. Increases your productivity at work.77. Reduces your likelihood of developing low-back problems.78. Improves your balance and coordination.79. Allows you to consume grater quantities of food and still maintain caloric balance. [TOP]

80. Provides protection against injury. 81. Decrease (by 20 to 30 percent ) the need for antihypertensive medication if you are hypertensive.82. Improves your decision-making abilities.83. Helps reduce and prevent the immediate symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, sleep disturbances, irritability), and decrease the long-term risks of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and obesity.84. Helps to relieve and prevent "migraine headache attacks".85. Reduces the risk of endometriosis (a common cause of infertility).86. Helps to retard bone loss as you age, thereby reducing your risk of developing osteoporosis.87. Helps decrease your appetite ( a short-term effect only).88. Improves the pain tolerance and mood if you suffer from osteoarthritis.89. Helps prevent and relieve the stresses that cause carpal tunnel syndrome. [TOP]

90. Makes your heart more efficient pump. 91. Helps to decrease left ventricular hypertrophy (a thickening of the walls of the left ventricle) in people with hypertension.92. Improves your mood.93. Helps to increase your overall health awareness.94. Reduces the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.95. Helps you to maintain an independent lifestyle.96. Reduces the level of abdominal obesity -- a significant health-risk factor.97. Increases the diffusion capacity of the lungs, enhancing the exchange of oxygen from your lungs to your blood.98. Improves heat tolerance.99. Improves your overall quality of life.

100. Lifelong regular exercise may be protective against the development of Alzheimer's disease. [TOP]

Sometimes we all need a little motivation to workout, heres 100 reasons why you should exercise TODAY!1. Look Better2. Feel Better3. Lose Weight4. Meet new people5. Bond with old friends6. Make new friends7. Fit into old clothes8. Receive a compliment9. Reduce your risk of diabetes10. Get out in the sunshine11. Accomplish something12. Reduce risk of heart disease13. More muscle14. Tone your body15. Boost immune system16. Stress management17. Release endorphins18. Reduced risk of heart attack fatality19. Can reduce headache pain20. Increase metabolism21. Improves bone density22. Improves circulation23. Increase your levels of good cholesterol24. May help beat addiction25. Reduces medical expenses26. Improves your ability to recover from illness27. Increases cartilage in joints28. Gives you more energy29. Increases your endurance30. Better sleep31. Better posture32. Better athletic performance33. Reduced risk of colon cancer34. Better control of blood sugar35. Increase stroke volume (better blood flow)36. Increase your self esteem37. Develop confidence38. Decrease your risk of coronary thrombosis39. Its relaxing40. Reduced risk of breast cancer41. Better mental cognition42. Improved flexibility43. Improves glucose tolerance44. Enhances your muscles ability to extract oxygen from blood45. Reduces risk of back problems46. Improves mood47. Increases overall health awareness48. Improves heat tolerance49. May protect against Alzheimers disease50. Increases pain tolerance51. Decreases short term appetite52. Reduces risk of endometriosis53. Can prevent migraines54. Helps alleviate symptoms of menopause55. Improves decision making abilities56. To feel comfortable in shorts57. To feel comfortable in a tank top58. To feel comfortable in a bathing suit59. You can eat more without gaining weight60. Improves balance61. Improves coordination62. Reduces risk of stroke63. Improves respiratory muscles strength64. Increases mental alertness65. Lowers resting heart rate66. Decreases menstrual pain67. Reduces symptoms of hypertension68. Can prevent substance abuse69. Increases blood volume70. Can relieve constipation71. Gets you out of your comfort zone72. Has been shown to boost creativity73. Helps overcome Jet lag74. Reduces blood viscosity75. Helps with blood pressure control76. Decreases anxiety77. Can help relieve pregnancy discomfort78. Helps maintain weight loss79. Improves short term memory80. To get stronger81. To get a better butt82. Because its always time to start getting in shape for summer83. Its a great way to get me time84. It makes clothes shopping more fun85. It will make your skin glow86. May increase lifespan87. Its fun88. It doesnt cost anything89. It will get you out of the house90. Can improve life perspective91. You already spent all that money on workout clothes92. To get a more positive attitude93. To reduce belly fat94. Youll age better95. To set a good example to kids96. Its cheaper than therapy97. Self respect98. Respect from others99. To exceed your own expectations100. To be the best, healthiest version of you101. 102. List of Reasons to be Fit103. 1. to be able to outrun people2. to kick ASS3. abs of steel4. to be stronger5. to feel healthier6. to be better than ever7. one word: endorphins8. to treat your body how it deserves to be treated9. endorphinaholic10. runners high11. to be your own fitspo12. so you can be unstoppable13. to be in the best shape youve ever been in14. to be able to run a marathon15. to do whats best for your body16. to be harder, better, faster, stronger17. to be unstoppable18. because endorphins are the best antidepressant19. to be toned20. because you CAN do it21. to live longer22. to show men that women can do it as well23. look good, feel good24. to prove others wrong25. to look better26. because all of the pain youll go through27. to be the one people admire because of28. to not worry about pictures being29. to be able to defend yourself30. to be able to keep up with your children31. to prove it to everyone who ever said you couldnt do it32. for a confidence boost and to be happy with myself33. to accomplish something meaningful34. to run in cross country and track and finish first35. to see what youre made of36. because exercise can be relaxing37. to outrun those who used to outrun me38. to know that YOU are in charge of your life39. for the kick ass abs40. buns of steel41. the muscles42. 'cause there's nothing wrong with being43. to be able to run miles in double digits44. because your body will seriously45. to be someone elses fitspo46. to have the discipline to not give up47. to make boys feel like clumsy amateurs48. to prove to yourself that you ARE strong49. to surpass the limits you thought you had50. to be fit for life51. to be flexible52. because what doesnt kill you, makes you stronger53. to make exercising look easy54. to not be the only one who cant keep up55. to be in charge of the change you need in life56. 'cause who said girls couldn't lift?57. for the body youve always wanted58. to kick someones ass if needed59. to beat your boyfriend in a push-ups competition60. to gain power61. to just do it62. 'cause pain is temporary, pride is forever63. to move freely64. to show all that doubted, whats possible65. because Im tired of making excuses66. to feel better67. to be comfortable in your own skin68. to be able to feel sexy in your own skin69. because you wont regret it70. if Snooki can do it, you can too71. to respect your body72. to not worry if your body can or cannot take you there73. to be happy74. to be proud of yourself75. to feel powerful after a nice, long run76. to be who youve wanted to be your whole life77. to finish ahead of the boys78. because the sense of accomplishment is extraordinary79. to accomplish the goal you thought was unattainable80. to be confident enough to run in only81. to beat your personal best82. to be remembered as the fit friend, not the lazy one83. to do what most women wont84. to be able to sell tickets to the gun show85. to prove to your friends that being fit > being lazy86. because it may be hard now, but it will definitely be worth it87. because the stronger you are, the better you feel88. because a number doesnt define you89. to feel and look good while naked90. to give your body the respect it deserves91. to not be remembered as the fat one92. because I want to be strong, healthy, and happy93. to be comfortable with your shirt off anywhere94. even spongebob lifts95. because I want people to know Im a stud96. to prove to your friends weight training isnt JUST for men97. because the fitter you are, the better the sex98. for a healthy heart99. to have something to smile about, even when100. to outrun the zombies101. to be able to enjoy running102. to be able to protect myself and loved ones103. to show off your legs and booty104. 'cause people assume you're no good at anything105. to run for 20 min. without breaking a sweat106. for the looks people give you when you tell them107. so that one day Ill appear in one of108. to be the one people go to for tips and suggestions109. to be other peoples reasons to be fit110. because this is a new lifestyle for you111. for the before and after112. to have something to look forward to113. to say I can run ___ miles114. because I cant be lazy forever115. to have brains and brawn116. for a confidence boost117. to prove to yourself that you can do it118. to prove that swimming is a sport119. because I AM committed120. because fit > skinny121. to be able to run on the beach without122. because Im better than what people think of me123. to be proud of my body124. to appreciate fitness even more125. to be able to smile and be proud of your own reflection126. to hate putting on clothes because you look better naked127. to see what your body was made to look like128. because fit people are amazing129. because fit isnt a destination; its a way of life130. to see what Im made of131. to beat the boys132. because its time for a change in my life133. 'cause running is a better wake up than coffee134. to prove to those who have doubted me that I CAN do it135. because I hate living an unhealthy lifestyle136. because victory belongs to the most persevering137. to be the trainer rather than the trainee138. to prove that youre more than just that girl139. to be an example for my family140. 'cause the secret of getting ahead, is getting started141. because I believe in myself142. because strength is the result of struggle143. because Im striving for progress, not perfection144. to kick ass at tryouts, and on the field145. to be that girl146. to be picked first in gym class147. to show that boy push-ups arent JUST for boys148. to motivate those who I care about to start exercising149. because Im doing something for myself rather150. 'cause there's nothing better than working out after151. because brains and brawn are the full package152. because exercising is my outlet from life153. to give my body the respect it deserves154. to prove to people that they can do it155. to prove to myself what I have always knew I could be156. because this should be your prime157. to be the person working out while everyone is asleep158. 'cause working out feels so much better than159. 'cause I have the ability to do this160. to play sports with the boys161. 'cause at the end of the day, MY health162. to know that you dont have to come in first place to win163. because this is a stress outlet164. to be able to inspire others165. because my body deserves the best166. 'cause I'm doing this for me, and only me167. to be stronger than ever168. because I want to and I will169. to know that I am capable of doing this170. because this clears my mind171. because this brings me peace mentally and physically172. to see the changes in my body173. to be the fastest I can be174. to be able to say: I did it!175. because its SO worth it176. because it makes me happy177. to change who I am, one rep at a time178. 'cause I want this more than anything179. to show them that I havent given up180. 'cause the gym is my escape181. 'cause girls aren't the only ones who get to be sexy182. to do it for me cause it makes ME happy183. 'cause I'm tired of being the weak one184. because I deserve this185. because who doesnt want to feel better?186. to see progress, not imperfections187. to be able to take the stairs without getting winded188. 'cause slow and steady wins the race189. to be the best I can be190. to be able to climb ANY mountain191. because achievement is impossible without dedication192. because Im tired of waiting for next year193. to be sexy and know it194. because this has helped me recover from195. to be prepared for wrestling season196. to love my body as much as I love my soul197. for the smile I will have once I reach my goal198. to catch them staring at you199. to prove to myself that I have more strength than I think200. because the farther I run, the bigger my smile201. so I wont ever have to take another202. its a shame for a woman to grow203. 'cause there's nothing like the feeling204. because exercising is FUN205. to feel alive and real206. to clear my head when life becomes too much to handle207. two words: DAT ASS208. to be able to say I used to be fat209. 'cause exercise motivates me in other areas in life210. for the feeling when you tell people how much youve211. so my mind can be as healthy as my body212. to be less self conscious213. to be able to tell your personal trainer to keep up with you214. to feel the beat215. because if I can do it, I will do it216. to become one of The few. The proud.217. to be the healthy friend218. to not feel regret for another day219. to have MY best body220. to impress the men and embarrass the boys221. to be a personal trainer222. because progress looks good on you223. because the weight wont lost itself224. to prove that cheerleaders are athletes225. because its time for a change226. 'cause I want beauty, brains, and brawn227.because why the hell not?228.because talk is cheap229. to know that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to230. to reach the ultimate potential 231. because what doesnt kill you makes you a fighter232. 'cause all the excuses have already been used233. 'cause weight lifting makes me feel like the234. 'cause hercules ain't the only one that can go the distance235. to become a Marine236. to beat my asthma & not let it beat me237. to prove my family wrong238. 'cause strength on the outside only comes from239. to be happy with what I see240. because its about time I take my after photo241. 'cause the endorphins keep me happy242. because strong is beautiful243. 'cause you're worth so much more than you think244. "People will stare; make it worth their while."245. to succeed in losing the weight for good246. to look GREAT in a bikini247. to not be ashamed of my body248. to be able to endure anything249. to have no regrets250. to become a Zumba instructor251. because what do you have to lose, besides fat?252. to feel good about my body, even after recovering253. to fight heart disease254. for elegance, grace and strength255. 'cause it's not going to be easy, but it's going256. to finish your workout feeling invincible257. for the self confidence Ive always lacked258. 'cause nothing feels as satisfying as sore muscles259. to change the perspective of myself, mentally260. to motivate my family to live healthier lives261. to know that if it came down to it, I could knock you out262. 'cause being fit means I have more energy to get263. to be able to do anything for more than 10 seconds264. 'cause in a world of constant change & pressure265. 'cause I have to practice what I preach266. to be a personal trainer267. to be a role model268. for the feeling of achievement when I see changes269. 'cause being in shape saved my life270. to encourage others to lose weight too271. to show others that Im capable of doing the things272. because I want to be a BEAST273. to kick ass this track season274. Girl, look at that body I workout275. to prove that rowing is a sport276. so that people admire my determination, not my time277. for the feeling you get after278. to lift more than the boys279. 'cause in the end, I'll have something to be proud of280. to make it to the state meet in cross country281. "So I like what I see when I look at me, when Im walking"282. to surpass any goal I set283. to become an MMA fighter284. to beat your own personal fitness records285. to have a new New Years resolution286. 'cause being fit is a state of mind andbody287. "It is a tough road that leads to the heights of greatness."288. for me, and no one else289. so my active recovery days are your hard workouts290. 'cause on day, I want MY picture up here291. to make a college sports team292. 'cause I feel the pretties and strongest after a long, hard293. to prove that yoga is as good as a sport as soccer294. to make the cross country team295. to KNOW you can escape the murderers in horror movies296. 'cause it's time for the change towards a better me297. 'cause I'm tired of living like this298. to be able to climb the staircases at Hogwarts299. to do amazing things with my body300. 'cause only I can change my life; no one can do it for me301. 'cause things do not change; we change302. to make sure I dont carry on the diabetes in my family303. to feel the best Ive felt in years304. to show everyone who said I cant that I can305. to overcome the voice in your head that says you cant306. to feel like Im on top of the world307. to overcome any obstacle308. to prove to myself that this dream can become a reality309.'cause being fit means the world to me310. to feel sore the next day as assurance of your hard work311. to allow my body to collapse after that last rep312. because that hill isnt going to run itself313. 'cause this is my therapy314. to know that anything is possible315. 'cause it all comes down to survival of the fittest316. to feel your muscles quiver- in a good way317. 'cause it takes all I've got, but gives back more318. to deal with pain and win it319. to prove that I finish what I start320. to lose weight the healthy way, cause it feels better321. because my body is my temple322. to not feel the pain of atrophy323. to love myself more324. because girls can have abs too325. to push my boundaries, mentally and physically326. to be a lean, mean fitness machine327. to finish a half marathon328. to be able to say Ive outrun my running shoes329. to prove synchronized swimming is a sport330. to be capable of protecting myself331. so no one can tell me Im not dedicated332. 'cause you would only give a temple what it deserves333. so I can beat the treadmills ass334. to beat my eating disorder once and for all335. 'cause this is my last time doing it for the first time336. to show myself I can achieve anything337. 'cause can't will always have a CAN in it338. 'cause I want a change and I WILL make it happen339. to see just how much my amazing body is capable of340. 'cause there's nothing more satisfying than stretching341. to set goals that are out of your reach only to find out that342. to inspire others to get fit because Im living proof343. because Im tired of being underestimated344. 'cause zombies won't wait for you to catch your breath345. to be the best version of myself346. because a drawer full of sports bras is just as sexy as a347. to be able to qualify for the CrossFit games348. to show my body that I love it349. "because the sexual tension between me and my running"350. to be that crazy person running in the middle of winter351. to overcome my own limits352. 'cause I like being known as the fitness freak353. "What you are is not your hopes and dreams. You become"354. 'cause I demand more from myself than anyone else could355. because next time itll be easier to go further356. to feel those little droplets of sweat and be proud that you357. 'cause the feeling of accomplishment doesn't come without358. 'cause the best part of my day is hitting the gym359. "I can do everything through Him who gives me strength."360. 'cause my butt won't tone itself361. 'cause no and I can't aren't welcome here362. to get that sore feeling the morning after your workout363. because its time for necessary changes in my life364. 'cause it's always been inside of me- I just have to dig it out365. to see how strong my reflection looks as a run pass buildings366. to be the person everyone asks what they do at the gym367. because I dont want to be average368. because everythings a personal challenge369. to stop wishing for it and just do it370. to remind myself that my body is a precious gift371. to shatter expectations372. 'cause in the end, you'll gain more than you lose373. 'cause starting my day with a run puts me in the zone374. because this is a way of life375. to learn to love the burn376. "If you arent sweating, youre not doing it right."377. 'cause when someone says I can't, I take it as a challenge378. to be able to say I stuck to my New Years Resolution379. 'cause I am my own biggest competitor, critic and380. to have a better six pack than the boys381. to bet the very best, like no one ever was382. "Respect All. Fear None."383. to be able to go that extra mile384. to be able to achieve my fitness goals385. to overcome failure386. to peel the sweaty clothes off your body after a great workout387. to train the worries away388. to push yourself beyond your limits389. 'cause I've had enough rest days to last a lifetime390. to know that if it came down to it, you could win the391. to live better, not just longer392. because I dont have an excuse not to be393. 'cause impossible is a word only to be found in the394. to shake my badonadonk and be proud of it!395. to outrun your playlist396. to spend more time running in real life than on Temple Run397. to be able to run with Forest Gump398. 'cause I love the look on their faces when I push that weight399. for the thrill of doing things I never thought I could400. for that second burst of energy that comes almost entirely401. 'cause I like that HELL YEAH! feeling after finishing a tough402. because its about time I become the best me I can be403. 'cause I'd rather feel sore tomorrow than sorry404. 'cause sweat is my badge of honor405. to be their goal, not their benchmark406.because a good nights sleep should be earned407. because I look best after a workout408. for the rush at the gym when you hit your goal409. 'cause I'm too young to feel this old410. 'cause I'd hate to look back at my body and think what a411. 'cause I love the burn of a good workout412. so my results show while Im at rest413. to be able to see my muscles and be proud414. 'cause no excuse is good enough415. to lift more than ever416. to be a fit mama and show other moms that its possible417. to love my body for what it can do, instead of what it looks like418. 'cause no one ever said it wasn't worth it419. 'cause pain is temporary, quitting is forever420. 'cause endorphins are more effective than any drug421. to have the strength to take a pole dancing class422. to physically be able to do anything I want423. 'cause it inspires me to make other healthier choices424. to prove that the Freshman 15 is a myth425. to start posting pictures of MY abs and not others426. to always get asked are you training for something? and427. to be able to do things I never dared to dream about before428. to know that anything you can do, I can do better429. 'cause the pain means I'm alive430. to keep up with the Doctor431. to prove that Im not just the cute girl, Im a fighter too432. to see the after photo433. to compete in a Tough Mudder434. to impress my friends in the Marines435. to look in the mirror and feel proud of what you accomplished436. to prove that Im stronger than what they give me credit for437. to show that you ARE good enough and even a little better438. 'cause my body is the single best investment I have ever439. to prove to everyone that Im not weak440. because how can I overcome my opponent before I overcome441. to be the one others try to keep up with at practice442. so I can wear a marathon t-shirt as a medal of honor443. to wake up and feel fierce444. 'cause working out is more fun than sitting on the couch445. 'cause I'm tired of coming in second446. 'cause nothing feels better than being able to call myself447. to prove to everyone who thinks I cant wrong, especially me448. to run in the color run449. to prove that an injury wont stop me from reaching my goals450. because I want my body to love me as much as I love it451. to finally be able to do pull ups452. to reduce the risks of heart disease and liver damage453.to begin my training as a ninja454. to get that post-workout glow and the feeling that comes455. to show the world what Im made of456.because that playlist needs a workout too457. so I have a reason to download new music458. so I can shake my booty at the club all night and not wake459. to crave healthy food instead of fast food460. because I want guns like Jenna Marbles461. to be able to say Im a Spiritual Gangster462. to be able to push through the burn463. to no longer have my arms referred to as wet noodles464.to be that fit soccer mom one day465. to run for something, not away from it466. to be as healthy as I used to be467. because at first theyll ask you WHY youre doing it, but then468.because I want and need it for myself ,and not for any one else469. 'cause I'm worth every drop of sweat470. to be able to out-lift everyone471. to say Im going for a run and finally mean it472. to know you had a good ab workout when you try to laugh473. 'cause in fight or flight, I'm both474. to find inner peace through health475. so that next day feeling is kind of an everyday thing476. to feel, at every achievement, that you have one less limit477. because if I can beat cancer, I can do anything478. 'cause nothing, not even the rain, will stop me from my run479. to be the best volleyball player I can be480. to get on a machine after a guy and be able to lift more than481. to be able to take that after picture, and see how far Ive come482. to conquer myself483. 'cause after they see me workout, they can't say I'm not484. to punch harder, better, faster, and stronger485. 'cause being a freshman on varsity feels awesome486. 'cause liver disease has nothing on me487. because Im running out of excuses not to be488. because repetition brings results489. to say I can do that without any fear490. so the first impression people have of me is someone with491. 'cause if I have a long way to go, then I better get started492. to say that I literally worked my ass off for this body493. to make others ask Youre not tired yet?494. to go to sleep with pride, not regret495. because when I walk into the gym it feels like home496. to be in better shape than I was yesterday497. because I love getting stronger day after day498. 'cause action > regret499. 'cause I know when I'm not working hard in the gym500. to wake up not feeling guilty, but refreshed501. to achieve zen502. to be strong mentally and physically503. because this will become my lifestyle504. to be better than I thought I could be505. 'cause it's not an all-or-nothing kind of thing506. to help others reach their fitness goals507. because the rest of my life starts NOW508. to prove that girls are just as good as guys at sports509. to be known as the strongest girl in the gym510. to overcome past injuries and push past any limitations511. to beat my asthma to the finish line512. because the pain is worth it513. because I started thinking of my future514. so no one can say I didnt give my all515. because the fastest way to get there is by running516. to prove that my body and mind have no limits517. because when I run, I feel like a goddess518. because I refuse to be held back519. to prove that my genes dont dictate my body, I do520. because this is the only body I get521. to reward yourself with that long shower after a good workout522. 'cause when people tell me I've inspired them it makes me523. because if they can serve for us, we can run for them524. 'cause it's not a complete day if I don't workout525. to know that my physical strength is the result of inward526. 'cause nothing beats running in the rain527. 'cause it's something I can control when life throws me curves528. to make them stare when they see a girl lifting that much529. because I can always do better530. 'cause laying in bed is good, but exercise is better531. for that feeling of success after leaving the weight room532. so I always have something to work towards533. for the feeling of setting a goal and then smashing it534. because theres no better way to start the day535. 'cause my ambitions are greater than my insecurities536. because post-run, I am BEAUTIFUL537. 'cause in the end it's about the one with will power, not538. 'cause the stronger your body gets, the stronger your mind539. because happiness lies first of all in health540. 'cause I'd choose exercises clothes over every day clothes541. 'cause blisters, bruises, calluses are signs of hard work542. "I will beat the odds - I can go the distance!"543. to work to my stress on the treadmill, not on a pint of ice cream544. to show that I havent given up on me545. so I can do things others told me I couldnt546. to make the most of my body and life547. because I want to deserve my shower548. because its given me a reason to wake up every day and549. to show that my body is capable of the impossible550. 'cause it's something I have 100% control over551. because Im learning to love the burn552. to feel yourself getting faster553. so if I wanted to, I could move to Sparta554. "Defeat is always momentary!"555. 'cause if you tell yourself you can't because of your556. because the grind always comes before the shine557. so I can say that I GTL instead of just TL558. because Im unstoppable559. to be able to row faster every time you get on the water560. 'cause the post-workout glow isn't a myth561. to prove to everyone that you dont need a gym membership562. 'cause greatness is earned563. 'cause we play to break the weak and expose the strong564. to be the best cheerleader I can be565. because its not the size of the dog in the fight, its the size566. to be able to protect those that are important to you567. so your abs of steel set the airport metal detectors off568. because no one ever drowned in sweat569. to get those positive vibes that keep you smiling throughout570. to be able to keep up if I were to visit The Biggest Loser Ranch571. to be able to perform camel pose at 105 degrees F572. to see callouses on my palms from my hard work573. 'cause when have you ever regretted a workout?574. to stop WISHING and start DOING575. to make five miles feel like five yards576. because I want to lap the fastest people in my lane577. so that I can quite because Im DONE- not because Im578. because every workout is a Last Chance Workout579. to not be afraid to break a sweat580. to be that person your coach warns you about581. because its not a matter of IF, its a matter of WHEN582. 'cause I'd rather be sore now than sorry tomorrow583. 'cause in the end I will know that that the pain was just584. because you have one life, one body and once chance to585. 'cause I owe it to myself to live healthier, longer, happier586. 'cause my body is capable of so much more than my mind587. 'cause I wouldn't work my butt off if I didn't love it588. 'cause you shouldn't take good health for granted589. to make that app say you are ahead of your target pace590. to finish your race and see a new personal best time591. 'cause if I don't take care of my body it won't take care of me592. so no one can tell me that Im not built for running593. to prove to myself that I am worth the work594. so no one can tell me my body isnt strong enough595. to prove I wont look manly if I lift weights596. so I can pass on the push that others have given me597. to get to the point where, without thinking about it, you turn598. because that 5k isnt going to run itself599. 'cause I feel prettiest in workout clothes600. so people will ask me if Im a pro athlete at the gym601. because I know I wont regret it afterwards602. to kick my workouts ass everyday603. 'cause when I look back I can be proud of what I did do604. 'cause sore > regret605. because just keeping up isnt my best606. because I owe it to myself607. 'cause true strength starts in the heart608. because every day I dont train, someone else does609. 'cause every drop of sweat is instant gratification610. 'cause running is the best way to discover your city611. 'cause mental will is a muscle that needs exercise, just like612. because I like being in control of my body613. 'cause chasing a goal is better than running from fear614. because when everything else is chaotic and out of my615. to be the runner I never thought Id become616. to prove that I can not let myself down617. to be the friend whose thing is the gym618. so that your calves are now cows619. to prove that girls are just as strong as guys620. to show that I can do whatever I set my mind to621. because before a big game I need to be confident that I will622. because my post-workout glow is sexy623. to fee muscles the next day you didnt even know you had624. because for the first time in my life, Im going to start this625. to prove that your size doesnt mean youre weaker than the626. for the grin that doesnt wipe away with the sweat627. so nature hikes can be beautiful, not painful628. to make squatting over the public toilet even easier629. to be able to say four miles is my short run630. because I know that I worked hard enough when I dont look631. because getting up for 5 am morning practice feels worth it632. because no one will wake up and run for me, except me633. to never underestimate my potential634. so I can run faster today than I did yesterday635. to make the wall your bitch636. to be the person at the gym that everyone looks to compete637. because knowing that you can kick someones ass if they638. because despite my size, I love knowing I can take you down639. 'cause no one works harder than me640. because you can run a little farther every time641. to show that nothing can keep me from a goal I set myself642. because the feeling afterwards is amazing643. because it feels so good winning644. to not have to re-rack weights after the boys are done with645. because your body can go on forever, its your mind thats646. because my body is a temple, not a trash can647. because theres no reason to stop, even if I see no progress648. because telling me you cant is just another reason to push649. because the clank of the weights are my soundtrack to650. because no one is ever going to catch up to me651. to serve my country to the best of my physical ability652. because they deserve a healthy role model653. because after a 10 mile run, water has never tasted so good654. to become known as a regular at the gym655. to be able to say I accomplished and maintained a goal656. to put The Situations abs to shame657. because I dont believe in the word offseason658. because starting my day off with a run is the best way to659. 'cause I'm ready to make progress, not excuses660. because the only things that are standing in my way661. 'cause there may come a day when I can't do this and today662. 'cause everyday I'm not training, someone else is training663. because building muscle is my motivation664. so theyll say shes strong without the suffix, for a girl665. to prove that anything is possible with practice666. because this is ten percent luck, twenty percent skill667. for the knowledge of being better than you were yesterday668. 'cause I've just learned to like sweating669. because Nikes got it straight. Reason or not, Just Do It670. because super heroes are built from the inside out671. because I want to earn it, not be given it672. so that I have a healthy life when Im older673. so when youre 60 and all your friends have to get hip674. because running is cheaper than therapy675. because when I pick up the weights, the kind on my676. because it only gets easier the more you work677. because if it was easy, everyone would do it678. to beat my own limits679. because the feeling of sweat lets me know Im doing680. so I can look back and see how far Ive come681. because ability is limitless682. so that one super good team mate at practice will finally...683. 'cause a day without a workout is a day wasted684. because today I will do what others wont, so tomorrow685. to be stronger than the guys that say Im just a girl686. so that since when did you go to the gym? becomes damn687. so I can run with The Doctor688. 'cause you never know if you never have a go689. because everyone deserves to conquer THEIR impossible690. to KNOW Id win that fight, not just think it691. because compared to everything Ive been through, eating692. to train like youre #2, race like youre #1693. because being fit and healthy is what makes me, ME694. to prove to my coach that I can become that important player695. to prove Im as much as an asset to my team as anyone else696. to be able to do things with my body I never though possible697. to be better than yesterday and even better tomorrow698. to make a choice to have a better life and go through with it699. because giving up is not an option when a lot is at stake700. to finish a marathon701. to play college basketball702. 'cause I never know how good I'll be if I never try703. "In life, when presented with any situation, breathe, take"704. to outwork my opponent705. to make it to the Olympics706. to train like the Olympians707. so when I look back on that before picture I took a year ago708. to be able to free run709. for that I AM THE CHAMPION! feeling after completing a710. to show that women can be strong and successful in male711. because I love going to bed knowing Ill be sore the next day712. because a healthy body isnt the same without a healthy mind713. to outgrow that child the other children always outpaced714. to kick the ball, not just watch it pass by715. so when I step up at the block to race, Ill know that this race716. to become a badass roller derby girl717. so that all day music festivals dont kick my ass718. because hard work beats talent when talent doesnt work hard719. to prove that coach that cut me from the team, wrong720. to be the strongest and fastest in the relationship721. because its better to go too far than not far enough722. because anything less would be a cop-out723. to feel better than I did yesterday724. to outwork my opponent every single day725. because destiny isnt in the stars, its in your hands726. to be like/follow in the footsteps of your heroes727. to prove marching band is a sport728. because ability is what youre capable of doing, motivation729. because Im going for the gold730. because if Im going to hurt Id rather it be from building731. because feeling my muscles alive makes ME feel alive732. to be able to make the difference in the game733. to be the only girl of your friends who has some serious734. to have an appetite to run735. "Life isnt about waiting for the storm to pass, its about"736. 'cause the only thing standing between me and the woman737. to be the best lifeguard I can be738.because when I run I dont feel like crying anymore739. "The only way to finish is to start"740. because you never know what you can accomplish until you try741. to look through fitblrs with a sense of accomplishment, not742. because its infectious743. because Id rather get my ass kicked by a workout than the744. because its that much sweeter when youve EARNED your745. to be strong enough to control any horse Im put on746. because now junk food tastes like garbage747. because when I pick up a weight all things seem possible748. to express and regain my passion749. because my post workout glow finally looks like a glow750. to be able to say that I completed the Insanity challenge751. because I dont glisten, I SWEAT752. to not let physical disabilities dictate your healthy lifestyle753. because its never too late to be an athlete754. because sweat feels sexy755. to prove that you can be athletic without playing every sport that your school has to offer756. to never go through the pain of day 1 of training again757. because the gym has become the place where I can forget about the whole world and focus on MYSELF758. because exercise is the best stress reliever759. to admire the view at my halfway point760. to be able to beat everyone in the physical Big Brother competitions761. to earn my race t-shirts762. because I want to be able to tackle Mount Midoriyama763. to be the fighter and prove to my peers I am not the weak one764. to be able to do a handstand for more than two seconds at a time765. because Im the only one who can take care of myself766. because my weight doesnt define who I am, but how hard I work to be healthy will767. because a healthy body is nothing without a healthy mind768. to be constantly shocked at how much my body can run, lift, and stretch769. to be the best damn soldier theyve ever seen, female or not770. to be a guy that finished a triathlon vs a guy that wonders if he could do a triathlon771. because every day Im new and improved772. 'cause I want to run on the road less traveled773. so people ask are you flexing?! when youre not774. to do more before 8 am than most people do in a day775. because being known as in shape is an amazing compliment776. to have a love affair with a burpee and cheat on it with a squat thrust777. to be so strong, even my Alpha gets a little nervous778. so the Spartan Race and Go-Ruck Challenges are easy779. to be known as the best pole vaulter in the world780. because it gives me physical & emotional freedom781. because I want to watch my body change782. to earn that shower783. so at tryouts, my teammates are scared784. because new running shoes > new high heels785. to one day say I ran a marathon today786. to stop pinning workouts and start doing them787. to just breathe and be able to workout any grief788. because its better to feel sore than sluggish789. so I can stop saying my six pack is in the fridge790. because Id rather fall down than give up791. 'cause I love that I suddenly feel like a fitness model when I put my tennis shoes on792. because that half marathon is not going to run itself793. because Ill choose my Nikes over high heels any day794. because the only place where success comes before work is the dictionary795. because sweat is earned, not given796. because running feels like flying797. to tri something new798. so I can get down to business and help Mulan defeat the Huns799. to not be a zombie by the end of the Run For Your Life marathon800. so I can do my first muscle up801. to be able to compare abs with the Hollister models802. to tell people punch my abs, and have them hurt their hand803. 'cause I love blowing people away with my petite frame and unexpected strength804. to be a force to be reckoned with805. because girls my age are winning Olympic gold806. to be able to hold full boat pose807. so the underclassmen dont pass me up on the team808. so that TRIATHLON isnt a scary word anymore809. to be the next Alex Morgan810. to prove to everyone that Im the athlete I always knew I could be811. to hear the boys say You bench how much?!812. so I can let my legs do the racing, not my mind813. because Ive never set a goal before814. because the only way to finish is to begin815. to beat a guy at arm wrestling and enjoy the look on his face816. because an excuse wont build my muscles817. to be able to do the 3 day cancer walk818. because I want to get to the point where working out isnt just for fitness, its my way of life819. 'cause when someone says you can't do that! I love to see their face when I prove them wrong820. to show other women that the weight room is not just for boys821. to hike up Pikes Peak822. to show my coach that even though Im the smallest on the team, Im not the weakest823. to become your own success story824. because I want to own the field825. so that downward facing dog can feel like a resting pose826. to be as swift as a coursing river, with all the force of a great typhoon827. to turn your setbacks into comebacks828. because all the people who say youre getting too muscular are haters and will need these muscles one day829. "Things are only impossible until theyre not."830. because an injury is only a slow down, not a complete stop831. to show whats possible at any age832. to add another reason to my list of why Im awesome833. so the rest of my teammates will be trying to keep up with ME, not the other way around834. for the pure happiness you feel when you realize youve run farther than you ever have before835. to know I couldve won Legends of the Hidden Temple if it was still on tv836. to enjoy the wind in my hair when I run837. to look forward to working out instead of dreading it838. "You dont limit your challenges but rather you challenge your limits."839. to outrun my dogs840. because the clank of weights is music to my ears841. because I want to see what Im REALLY made of842. to have the strength to lead by example843. to end my day feeling accomplished and proud844. because I like to push my body and be surprised at what it can do845. to row in college846. to not skip an obstacle during the Dirty Girl Mud Run847. because its one of the few things in my life that I can change848. because running makes me smile on the inside and out849. because the battle of your mind will be your biggest opponent850. because exercising actually gives you more energy than you had before you started851. to be known as the runner852. so I can be the person what wins the game when the team struggles853. because I may be heavier than those that surround me, but I could out run, out lift, out move them any day854. because I like that others are surprised at what a girl can do855. because your mind is your greatest opponent856. to prove that girls can lift just as much as guys857. because nobody other than myself can prove that I CAN DO IT858. for the feeling of relief and content you get after finishing a workout859. so when coach yells out my time, I can smile instead of groan860. to earn all of the Nike Training Center badges861. so when you pick up something heavy, you dont need to ask the boys for help862. to outrun any super villain you cold possible imagine863. because why shouldnt today be your prime864. for the indescribable feeling of awesomeness after a good workout865. because the release of endorphins strengthen both my mind and body866. because in the end it is just going to be me and I am doing this for me867. for the ability to run 26.2 miles868. because I like being stronger than my significant other869. because this year, Im making my New Years Resolution come true870. because running is my break from reality871. to be able to do a 180 degree penche872. 'cause it truly is amazing how much you can accomplish when you ignore that voice of doubt in your mind873. because while others are sleeping, I am sweating874. because I may dread going to the gym, but I never regret the workout when I finish875. to sweat out my worries876. so my warm-up is your entire workout877. because Im getting stronger every day878. because I cant help but smile at mile two879. because my only competition is myself880. so I can pat myself on the back for the rest of the day for a job well done881. to prove that it doesnt matter what age you start, all that matters is you started and never stopped882. because I feel sexiest in my nikes and dripping with sweat883. because I want to earn a beautiful pair of Nikes884. because the number one rule in Zombieland is cardio885. to be able to trek that Everest trek886. for the pride in knowing I take more showers at the gym than I do at my own home887. to prove that this isnt just a phase888. to stop seeing myself as weak889. because the gym is my favorite place to be890. because being healthy isnt a phase891. to feel your muscles tighten the next day reminding you that you were able to do more than you could before892. for the love of sweat893. to stop doing push-ups and start doing earth-downs894. "She says a winner never quits, quitters never win."895. so cross-country will be easy next year896. because you lead from the FRONT of the pack897. to release stress and re-find myself898. because its one thing I always have control of899. because it wakes me up better than caffeine every time900. because my potential is infinite901. to be the runner with flare902. to have my outer strength match my inner strength903. because I may look like Im not going anywhere, but every step on the treadmill is one step closer to my goal904. because a year from now, Im going to be thankful I didnt quit905. because its the best therapy life has to offer906. because while others are dreaming of being fit, Im making mine a reality907. so the girls on my team can look up to me908. to be surprised at what you can achieve when you push your limits909. to finally outrun my significant other in a race910. because defeating your arch-nemesis, real or mental, is the most beautiful part911. because sitting on your ass in a car doesnt compare to the air, the sun, and the feeling of moving your body912. for the soreness that lets me know Im getting stronger913. to finally get the fastest mile time914. to make todays workout next months warm-up915. to look at the callouses and rips you got from bars and be proud of them916. because some days, going to the gym is the only thing I get to do for just me917. because every step, stroke, pedal, and rep makes me stronger918. to not dread burpees919. because every step of the way, Ive become grateful for what my body can do920. because the gym is the only place I can be aggressive and get something good out of it921. to be able to workout with Cassy Ho and not die while doing it922. because the only time arg becomes an assuring sound is in the weight room923. so one day I can finish 26.2 miles924. to be the very best me that I can possibly be925. because I hate the sound of myself giving up926. because health is wealth927. because my fitness is the one thing no one can take from me928. because kicking ass is more gratifying than kissing it929. so I can say I completed the insanity workout.930. for that feeling when people finally start to notice the results of your hard work931. to be a walk on that takes the starters spot932. to know that if GUTS was still on TV, I could win933. to shun all the nonbelievers of my talent934. because nothing else exists when I reach my zen zone during my workout935. for the love of pushing my limits to become something I wasnt yesterday936. to take care of my body so it will in return take care of me937. because proving my self-doubt wrong is incredibly empowering938. because I always feel better after a run than I do before939. to have better biceps than half the guys my age940. because its about mind over matter941. because running is my fountain of youth942. to (hopefully) stay alive on The Walking Dead943. because I may not be the fastest or strongest, but I will always be the one who trains hardest944. to be ready for a whole lot of running when the doctor chooses me as his next companion945.because being sore is the best motivatorNeed more motivation? Here are 20 reasons to workout today!1.Because it makes you happier2.Because exercise extends your life expectancy3.Because your body is made to move4.Because it lowers your risk factor for disease and illness5.Because sweat is fat crying6.Because you deserve it7.Because it will make your body stronger8.Because you have goals9.Because youll fit better in airplane and movie theater seats10.Because youll like looking in the mirror11.Because sweating is good for your skin12.Because challenging your limits is a good thing13.Because it reduces healthcare costs14.Because you look sexy when you sweat15.Because youll sleep better tonight16.Because it will make you feel more confident17.Because its good for your heart18.Because exercise helps you be the best version of you19.Because keeping your body in good condition is an extension of honoring life20.Because no one has ever regretted a workout. Ever.