Consistency and frequency are the keys to weight loss success.
However, if you get into a routine of doing the same exercises week after week, you become bored and unmotivated to keep working out.
The solution is to liven things up.
Try something new, maybe even something you never thought you would try.
An exciting and engaging activity that many people enjoy for recreational purposes and for weight loss is dancing.
Rather than hitting the gym for your workout, try going to a dance studio for a change of pace.
First of all, dancing involves music, which is a key motivator during exercise.
Research shows that listening to music, whether fast or slow, puts many people in a more positive mood.
If you are in a positive mood, then you are more likely to work through the strain of exercising.
Music also provides a good distraction, allowing your mind to concentrate on something else besides the body's fatigue.
Dancing also provides you with aerobic activity and muscle training.
The amount of calories you burn depends largely on what type of dance you do, but even if you do ballroom dancing you are still burning calories.
Likewise, different dances work different muscle groups, so it's a good idea to try a variety of kinds to get all of your muscles working.
If you're interested in integrating dancing into your workout routine, you can watch DVDs in your home or you can find a local dance studio that offers a variety of classes.