Are 21-Day Challenges Habit Forming?

Have you ever wondered why people have a fascination with the number twenty-one? Whether a reference to the Bible or a poker game we like the number twenty-one, and the “you can do it” self-help gurus have decided that in twenty-one days you too can change your life.

This blog is about a woman who gives a 21 day exercise routine a try on her elliptical. The first half isn’t easy fighting the notion of having to exercise, but by the end she enjoys her work-out. She finds watching videos helps her. In the end she has some tips to help anyone in the mood to start a twenty-one day routine. First make it fun otherwise you won’t stick with it, next switch it up to make it interesting, then consider giving yourself a “rest” day, don’t exercise before sleeping, and finally don’t let small things make you stop.

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Are 21-Day Challenges Habit Forming?