15 Motivational Fitness Quotes That Will Inspire You

No matter at what level anyone partakes in exercise and fitness programs, there has to be motivation within that individual to do so. For some, this comes easily; for others, they seem to be on a roller coaster, whereby some days, they cannot wait to get out of bed and go jogging first thing in the morning, and other days, they just want to pull the duvet over their head and go back to sleep. Let us be honest; we have all been there at least once.

It is certain everyone who does exercise has moments when their ‘get up and go’ has got up and gone! In those moments, there are several ways in which you can seek the motivation that you need, and one of the best is to recall a motivational quote. These are words that have been written or spoken, more often than not, by famous people that provide some inspiration and motivation to carry on.

So, we thought it would be useful if we did some research and found what we believe to be the best motivational quotes and, in particular, those motivational quotes that could relate to fitness and exercise. We found loads but have narrowed them down to 15 of the very best. For all quotes, we have credited the person to whom the original words belong. Some are sportspeople, others are celebrities, and you might even see one from a former US president.

#1: “Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” – Jim Ryun

#2: “It’s going to be a journey. It’s not a sprint to get in shape.” – Kerri Walsh Jennings

#3: “The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person’s determination.”  – Tommy Lasorda

#4: “A champion is someone who gets up when they can’t.”– Jack Dempsey

#5: “Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, but it is also the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.”  – John F. Kennedy

#6: “Today I will do what others won’t, so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can’t.” – Jerry Rice

#7: “In training, you listen to your body. In competition, you tell your body to shut up.”  –  Rich Froning Jr.

#8: “Increased physical activity enhances positive energy.” – Lailah Gifty Akita

#9: “We can push ourselves further. We always have more to give.” –  Simone Biles

#10: “Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.”  – Mahatma Gandhi

#11: “Exercise should be regarded as tribute to the heart.” – Gene Tunney

#12: “When I feel tired, I just think about how great I will feel once I finally reach my goal.” –  Michael Phelps

#13: “No matter how many mistakes you make or how slow you progress, you are still way ahead of everyone who isn’t trying.”  – Tony Robbins

#14: “ I don’t count my sit-ups. I only start counting when it starts hurting because they’re the only ones that count” – Muhammad Ali

#15: “I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan.