Why is it often easier to start a fitness program than it is to maintain one?
a. the motivation at the start of a program is often higher than later on when the progress made might be less obvious.
b. at the start of a fitness program, the body is less used to physical activity so it feels better.
c. maintaining a fitness program decreases an individual's ability to sleep, making it more difficult to maintain a program than to begin one.
d. all of the above

The correct answer is a.

It is often easier to start a fitness program than it is to maintain one as the motivation at the start of a program is often higher than later on when the progress made might be less obvious. When you start any type of physical activity your motivation is much higher as is your dedication and enthusiasm as you are wanting to get fitter and healthier. As time goes on you can become less motivated and enthusiastic as you might not be seeing the progress you had hope for or you might be losing interest in the particular program you are doing.

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