Everybody, and I mean everybody, trying to get in shape has made an over the top huge waste of money purchase. Elliptical machine anyone? That gym membership that goes largely unused?
Investments in health go into the bank of long-term well being, so DON’T scrimp when it comes to a purchase that will ensure you keep moving and your spirits up. How do you make sure it’s not a money waster though? Make sure you REALLY love it and it’s something you enjoy. Look to little purchases like free weights, resistance bands and yoga mats before you make a huge machine purchase. After all, these tiny tools are great toners, and the great outdoors awaits. Who wouldn’t rather run outside than on a treadmill?
The point is to create an environment where you feel motivated to exercise and enjoy it. For example, yesterday I mulled a ($300) Garmin Forerunner purchase, after some general dis-satisfaction with the ($30) Nike Plus system. But after looking at all the mechanics and science of it I declined, for the same reason I declined a heart rate monitor purchase many years ago. It takes away the very freedom I enjoy during my workouts. My Nike Plus, while the actual distances are not exactly accurate, provides me with music to inspire and encouraging messages from Lance Armstrong and other great athletes. Which to me is more important to keep me moving.
Remember, even if you don’t use your fitness equipment as much as you want, never create un-needed stop lights for yourself to discourage health and stress reduction. So make smart purchases that inspire you, but don’t stress you out. That run is hard enough as it is!
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