A cool pair of shorts with pockets for your energy gel, a slick cycling jacket or a yoga top that really shows off your buff arms can put you in a fitness frame of mind. Sometimes all you need to boost your motivation to exercise is new gear.
This doesn't mean you should skip a workout or avoid a new class because you don't have the right clothes, but buying the latest fitness apparel almost always makes you feel more motivated to try them out.
If you are starting a new sport or activity, check out what the serious athletes are wearing and what types of accessories they have. If you become a regular, a few quality items will rev you up when it's time for your class or workout. In some cases, improper equipment can lead to discomfort at best, and injury at worst, so there's a practical aspect to having the right gear.
Of course, it's not necessary to spend a fortune on fitness clothes every other week, but one new item per season may be enough to boost your motivation. Do you balk at running outside in the winter? Spring for one quality breathable weatherproof jacket along with microfiber gloves and a hat, and you may find it easier to get out the door on chilly mornings. Do you have a hard time doing interval workouts? Consider a heart rate monitor, or at least a decent stopwatch, to encourage you to pick up the pace