Question

why is it often easier to start a fitness program than it is to maintain one?
a. the motivation at the start of a program is often higher than later on when the progress made might be less obvious.
b. at the start of a fitness program, the body is less used to physical activity so it feels better.
c. maintaining a fitness program decreases an individuals ability to sleep, making it more difficult to maintain a program than to begin one.
d. all of the above
please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explanation:

• Option A: At the start, people are highly motivated. As time passes and progress might seem less obvious (e.g., initial weight loss is more noticeable than later - stage toning), motivation can wane.
• Option B: When starting, the body is less used to physical activity. But as the body adapts, it actually gets better at handling the activity (e.g., less muscle soreness over time), so this statement is incorrect.
• Option C: Maintaining a fitness program generally improves sleep (through physical tiredness and endorphin release), so this statement is incorrect.

Since only option A is correct.

Answer:

A. The motivation at the start of a program is often higher than later on when the progress made might be less obvious.