I work out at home and I feel good, or Quarantine the Slovak Way
As we write this article, it’s Wednesday the first of April, or Tuesday, maybe Thursday…
Hang on, we need to google it…
The world is a bit upside down, but the situation outside definitely doesn’t look like an April Fool’s joke.
With information flooding in from every side, it’s hard to keep track. We’re all coping with the situation as best we can.
But even in these days, remember that Cvičisko is here for you. We want to help you with what we do best. Because, as you know yourselves, exercise is not only about physical but also mental well-being.
And we’re planning, together with you, to come out of this situation even stronger (literally!:)
That’s why we’re preparing series of videos and recipes for you, to make these days a bit more pleasant, at least virtually. We’re doing our best to motivate you and keep educating you.
In return, it motivates and drives us when you share photos, videos and messages documenting your workouts with us. So we thank you too!
On the other hand, we realise that the motivation isn’t there every day. And also that some people find it harder to find than others. That’s why we want to let you know that it’s OK if you don’t feel like exercising, or don’t have the opportunity or the space for it.
All these variations are normal, and we understand. We even feel that way ourselves sometimes 🙂
That’s why in this blog we’d like to mention a few points that could help you if you just “can’t quite handle it”.
So we talked to a client who is also a psychologist, and together we summed up these tips:
- If you’re not OK, say it out loud. Don’t forget that it’s OK not to be OK sometimes. What matters, though, is to define why. What the stumbling block is and what you simply can’t cope with.
- Now take a pen and paper. Slowly write down what would help you. If there’s more than one thing, start with one and carry on gradually. Take it step by step.
- Make a short schedule. A day or two ahead is enough. Nothing complicated, just a routine, which is very important these days.
- Include at least one new hobby in your schedule. Something you’ve wanted to learn for a while. Something you’d like to get better at. Above all, something you enjoy 🙂
- Focus on movement too. If you have little space to exercise, put some music on at any time of the day. Crank up your favourite song and dance, or do some simple stretching or meditation.
- Cross things off! This is our favourite part (apart from exercising, of course).
Motivate yourself by crossing completed activities and tasks off your list. Trust us, it helps. We’ve tested it. - Choose what you spend your time on. Remove the social media accounts that have a negative effect on you. Set aside time during the day to read the news from verified sources.
And if you feel that your problems are more serious, last too long, and you don’t feel safe at home, seek professional help.
And don’t forget, the Cvičisko Team is here for you, friends 🙂
