

2795: How Temptation Bundling Can Help Build Healthier Habits by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Exercise Motivation
5 snips Dec 5, 2024
Learn how to turn mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences with temptation bundling. By pairing activities you love, like binge-watching shows or listening to audiobooks, with exercise, you can kickstart healthier habits. This clever strategy not only makes workouts more fun but also increases consistency. Discover how adding enjoyment to necessary tasks can bridge the gap between your desires and your goals for a sustainable healthy lifestyle.
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Temptation Bundling
- Combine "need-to-dos" with "want-to-dos" to make healthy habits easier.
- This strategy is called "temptation bundling."
Audiobook Study
- A study showed people who could only listen to audiobooks at the gym worked out more.
- They visited the gym 51% more often than the control group.
Temptation Bundling Examples
- Watch your favorite shows only while exercising on a treadmill or elliptical.
- Listen to podcasts or music exclusively while cooking healthy meals.