But I have also found that it’s really easy to lose, an illness or injury forcing a long break is enough.
If the activity is one I really like intrinsically, like walking, it’s one thing, but when it’s the one I value more for results than for the process, then yes, it’s not too difficult to start enjoying it, but this does not always survive long breaks.
EDIT: This is actually a good exercise for me: to try to enjoy that other part of my exercise routine more, so that the natural pressure is towards doing it.
Yes, I have found that this is true.
But I have also found that it’s really easy to lose, an illness or injury forcing a long break is enough.
If the activity is one I really like intrinsically, like walking, it’s one thing, but when it’s the one I value more for results than for the process, then yes, it’s not too difficult to start enjoying it, but this does not always survive long breaks.
EDIT: This is actually a good exercise for me: to try to enjoy that other part of my exercise routine more, so that the natural pressure is towards doing it.