Let’s Normalize the Non-Fancy Workouts: Why Imperfect Workouts Matter Most
Let’s talk about the workouts that don’t always make it to Instagram—the ones that aren’t glamorous, but still get the job done. You know the type. The sweatpants, messy hair, guest room, and maybe even a cat climbing all over you (true story). These are the workouts that really count because they happen when you least feel like moving your body, but you do it anyway.
So, What Stops You from Moving?
We’ve all been there—maybe you don’t feel like putting on your gym gear, or the idea of leaving your house for a workout feels impossible. Especially if you’re managing something like endometriosis, some days just feel harder than others.
I’ve found that some of my best workouts aren’t fancy or picture-perfect. Like this one: I was in sweatpants and a hoodie, my hair was wet and messy, and I had the cat nearby who’d just finished trying to fight me for the space on the mat. It wasn’t a huge workout, nothing that would look impressive online, but it was 20 minutes of movement that my body needed. Sometimes that’s more important than a perfectly curated session.
The Real Goal: Just Move
For anyone living with endometriosis (or any other condition that makes working out extra challenging), there are so many ways to make your workout work for you. It doesn’t have to be elaborate. What matters is that you’re doing what feels good for your body in the moment, even if it’s just a quick stretch or a light 20-minute routine. It’s about listening to your body and respecting its limits while still finding ways to move.
So, here’s my reminder to you: it’s okay if your workouts aren’t ‘Instagram-worthy’. They’re worth it because you showed up.
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