Starting a new work-out, or starting to work out for the first time, isn’t easy. It can be intimidating, and you’ll probably be sore and exhausted the first few weeks. But there are so many great reasons to start working out. Here’s my list of reasons to start working out, all of which inspired me…

1. Bikini season

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Oh yeah, nothing inspires me to work-out with greater religious fervor than a peek in the mirror while shopping for a bikini. And now that it’s that time of year again, I’m not going to torture myself again… it’s time to work-out!

2. A special event

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Your sister’s wedding, your vacation in Ibiza — sometimes special events or occasions can be a great inspiration for starting to work-out. You don’t want to show up your sister, but you don’t want to look lumpy in that orange taffeta bridesmaid dress, either, do you?

3. To set a good example

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Your friends and especially your children look to you for an example… what better reason than that to start a new work-out? Preaching and nagging isn’t nearly as effective as leading by example, especially when it comes to children…