Ever feel like just getting out of bed is a task, let alone lacing up your trainers to pound the pavement?We decided to seek out some of the most motivated people we could think of  - the professional dancers at Pineapple Dance Studios in London

week at a time, one day at a time.You see, now you have more than just a nice thought; now you have a plan of action. And believe it or not, this is what most people lack. It's hard to get motivated if you don't know what you want to get motivated

Got a half-marathon coming up? Trainer to the stars Matt Roberts has put together the following advice for the forthcoming Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon in October.Whatever your race, his training help can help keep you motivated. Follow Matt

of support for Andy Murray on the HEAD tennis Facebook page. The British No 1 selects his favourite messages from all those submitted - which are then emblazoned on his racket bag to help motivate Murray before a match and during changeovers.Murray says, 'In

's launched a line of affordable fitness equipment, available exclusively from Tesco, so we sat down with her yesterday to test out the products and pick her Olympian brain for her top three tips for staying motivated.Set a goalIt could be anything from

in the evening. I thought I'd be able to catch up in the following days but I had a really busy week. When I did have a moment to spare, the freezing weather meant I wasn't very motivated to venture outside so I only managed a few walks and a buggy fit class. So

.M.A.R.T method: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-targeted. Break your overall goal down into smaller ones, as continually achieving milestones will keep you motivated and focused with your training.6. Get a running buddy: Run with a friend so you

Worried you won't stick to your fitness goals? Want to raise money for a good cause at the same time?Maybe you simply fancy an adventure this year?TheMencap charity, supporting people with learning difficulties, runs sports challenges across the world to give you the experience o...

Spent a good deal of 2011 losing weight and getting in shape? Don't let it all go to waste over Christmas.We all want to have fun and loosen up a bit but there's no reason to let yourself go completely: it will only make up for a bigger mountain to climb come the New Year...We as...

We asked you what you like about running. Check out these inspirational answers...1. Hilary: 'I love how running seems to wake up every cell in my body. I always feel so alive when I'm running.'2. Kerry: 'The freedom that it can be fitted in when it suits you. No waiting for a gy...