In this episode of Checking In, we hear from Monica, a listener who says she knows she should develop a fitness and exercise routine—but she just can't find the motivation to get started. First, Carolyn consults with Amy Eisinger, SELF’s digital director (and a certified trainer). Amy shares useful tips about how to turn exercise into a lifelong habit (for real this time). Amy then speaks with Roz “The Diva” Mays, a pole dancing instructor and trainer, about her experience falling in love with different forms of exercise.

Apps and At-Home Fitness Options

• The 33 Best Workout Apps So You Can Exercise Anywhere


• 20 Best YouTube Yoga Channels for When You Need Some Gentle Movement


• 18 Dance Workout Videos on YouTube That Are Just Plain Fun


• 16 Amazing Barre Workouts on YouTube, According to Instructors


• 22 Stretching Workouts on YouTube That Will Soothe Your Muscles and Loosen You Up


• 12 Places to Find Fat- and Body-Positive Workouts You Can Do at Home


• Peloton bike review

More Workouts From SELF

• Team SELF Facebook group


• SELF Workout Finder


• Free 4-Week Fitness Challenges From SELF


• Sweat With SELF - Workout Videos

Guests

Roz the Diva: Instagram and website

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