[ja27]

For me, closing my exercise ring on my Apple Watch has been the best motivator. Maintaining a streak or collecting badges works well for me.

I used to cycle a good bit but some injuries have held me back. I got a cheap stationary trainer for my bike but that never worked well for me (again, injuries and just the uncomfortable position). I got a cheap recumbent stationary bike and have put a lot of miles on that thing. My biggest issues with it are that it's very easy to stop when you don't have to ride back to the start and that it's easy to get distracted by shit on my phone (now I start music / podcast and set it out of reach).

Just walking outside has helped a lot. I worked up to jogging and even some interval sprints but foot pain shut that all down. Just walking and trying to work my pace upward (again, Apple Watch helps there).

If you have the money, an online personal trainer may be great motivation. Or partner with a friend and do it together via Zoom.