Understanding the Mental Barriers to Exercise We all know exercise is good for us, yet so many of us struggle to make it a consistent habit. The psychology behind actually getting ourselves to the gym is complex, involving a mix of motivation, habit formation, and overcoming mental barriers. By approaching exercise with self-compassion and understanding the psychological factors at play, we can develop strategies to make gym-going feel less daunting and more rewarding. Cultivating Intrinsic Motivation One of the most powerful ways to get yourself to the gym consistently is to tap into intrinsic motivation – doing it because it...