Intrinsic motivation

Its fun to revisit our goals as they relate to intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Specifically as they relate to fitness, extrinsic motivation usually represents an external pressure to meet a short term goal: following a short-term diet before a beach vacation or adopting an aggressive routine prior to an upcoming competition.

Intrinsic motivation has more to do with long term enjoyment associated with deeper fulfillment. As it relates to fitness, extrinsic could be seen as adopting long term dietary and exercise habits that allow people to enjoy a more active and fulfilling lives that inspire and benefit their families as well as themselves.