More Springtime Exercise Motivation in Springfield

In the previous article, we gave some advice on how to keep motivated with exercise during the springtime in Springfield. In this article, we are giving even more tips on how to achieve your goals.

Making your workout convenient is very important to do. Don’t join the coolest, most hip gym that is 30 minutes away or farther than any other gym. Join a gym that is close to your work or home so that it is easy and convenient to get there. Don’t pick something that is based on an amenity, pick something that you’ll know you will be able to access easily.

Chose a time to workout that is realistic. If you’re someone that has a difficult time waking up in the morning to go to work, it would be a bad choice to try to wake up an hour earlier than work just to workout. Realistically, your adherence to that plan is going to be low. If you’re a person that doesn’t mind staying up late, maybe go to the gym right after work and then eat after your workout. It would be a great idea and a better way to stick to your plan and goals.

Make sure you’re recording your progress. If you write down what workouts you did when on the calendar, you will stay motivated and it will also make you notice your incremental increases so that you can stay positive through the process.

Lastly, build a support among friends or co workers. Plan for that adventure race with friends, or maybe recruit a few friends to join you in a workout. This is why a small group or fitness program works out very well. Large gyms tend to not be as social as small gyms or fitness classes that do just that. People are usually more personal and friendly, and know more about each other. This makes people motivate each other through the workout, which is very encouraging to achieve your goals.

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Dr David Perna DC, CCSP, CCEP

Dr. David Perna DC, CCSP, CCEP is the founder and practice overseer at Back and Body Pain Relief in Springfield, NJ. A graduate of Life University Summa Cum Laude, Dr. Perna holds certifications in Active Release Technique (ART), Graston, SFMA, Neuro-Diagnostics (NCV/EMG), and Manipulation Under Anesthesia, among others. He is a Board Certified Sports Physician, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and a United States Olympic Committee Sports Medicine Volunteer.

A competing athlete himself — a 2x Ironman 70.3 finisher with a background in Olympic weightlifting, CrossFit, and martial arts – Dr. Perna brings firsthand athletic experience to his patient care.

He has treated presidents, royalty, diplomats, and professional athletes across MMA, baseball, tennis, and football, and has appeared on Dr. Oz demonstrating chiropractic therapies. His approach is diagnostic-first, combining evidence-based chiropractic care with rehabilitation to help patients get out of pain and back to full function.