Do you prefer the same exercise routine or do you prefer variety?

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10 response(s)
Teresa E.

Variety is definitely better. It makes sure that I dont feel bored by my excercise routine even though coming up or finding different excercises is a little bit difficult. It is worth the work.

Pauline O.

While I’m establishing the habit, I’ve been sticking with the same exercise. I have a stationary bike in my living room. It’s easy to just hop on for a few minutes each morning. As it becomes second nature to exercise in the morning, I might start incorporating other activities.

Ellen O.

I’m sure for some people looking to achieve specific results, doing the same routine will provide those results more quickly. I hope that made sense. For instance, if they want to tone their stomach, they may do ab workouts daily (and rest 1-2 days that week). So I guess it varies or depends on the person’s goal. I prefer variety, because it just makes it more interesting.

Marcus C.

I prefer a variety of different exercise routines. My life is based on the go to I make everything I go into some form of exercise.

Agathe J.

I prefer variety when it comes to my exercise routine. Doing the same thing over and over brings boredom into my routine. But, as I write this, I realize that part of becoming more disciplined means doing the same thing over and over so maybe my boredom comes from the lack of discipline in my workouts. I need to learn to push myself regardless of how I feel.

Eliza X.

I usually stick with a routine till i get bored. I get bored easily, so... I’d say i stick with it for a couple of weeks

Constantin F.

I prefer variety. But I don’t love a long session. I have a few 30 day challenge apps on my phone that I really like to use to help keep me motivated

Herbert P.

I end up naturally using a variety of exercise routines from day to day but I still try to jog on a daily basis.

Crystal F.

If you keep doing the same routine all the time then there is a chance of getting bored and losing motivation. If you vary your exercise then it keeps it fresh and exciting.

Gauthier E.

I usually prefer a variety of exercises on different days of the week. Otherwise I get bored if I do the same routine everyday. For example, my routine is as follows: Monday-Chest Tuesday-Abs Wednesday-Back Thursday-Arms Friday-Legs.

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