Plus, he noted that you’ll see greater benefits if you pick a workout you like, since you’ll probably do it more and stick with it for longer. “Rather, a workout is just a way of moving your body that encourages some health benefits like strength, endurance, flexibility or resilience - depending on what you are looking to improve.

Many people view a workout as something that has to be uncomfortable, unpleasant and unenjoyable - in other words, work,” he said. Sports psychologist Mark Aoyagi, Ph.D., C.M.P.C., co-director of sport and performance psychology at the University of Denver Graduate School of Professional Psychology, suggests following what feels natural to you. If you’re just embarking on your fitness journey (or just need to mix things up), try to find movement that brings you joy - during or after the workout. Thankfully, the Nike Training Club (NTC) app offers plenty of free workouts you can do anywhere - no equipment required.

Even if you’re committed to getting 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise (or 75 minutes high-intensity exercise) a week, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it can still be difficult to decide how to spend those minutes.

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