Health·Posted on Jul 26, 201524 Clever Tips To Get In Shape That Lazy People Will AppreciateSeriously simple hacks that will get you in shape at your own pace.by Shannon RosenbergBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail Getting in shape is tough tbh. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF But we're here to tell you that there are simple tricks you can do to change your fitness habits and make exercise less intimidating. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 1. Don't even think about the workout part until you've created a habit of setting aside time every day. View this photo on Instagram 2. Go on walks during long phone conversations. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 3. Fuel up on simple carbs 30 minutes before you work out. View this photo on Instagram 4. Keep a workout calendar and track your progress. View this photo on Instagram 5. If you don't want to leave your couch, then don't. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 6. Create a couple of awesome pump up playlists filled with 'tunnel' songs. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 7. Try to do just 10 push-ups and 10 sit-ups everyday, even if they aren't consecutive. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 8. Follow some awesome people on social media that will inspire you to get active. View this photo on Instagram 9. Pack your workout clothes at the same time you pack your lunch the night before. View this photo on Instagram 10. Power down all your technology an hour before the time you want to go to sleep. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 11. And invest in a sleep mask. View this photo on Instagram 12. Don't force yourself to do something you hate. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 13. Make sure you buy the right shoes for your feet and not just what looks coolest. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 14. Work out for a cause you're passionate about. View this photo on Instagram 15. Do your research and go into every workout with a plan. View this photo on Instagram 16. Drink green tea or coffee throughout the day. View this photo on Instagram 17. Buy workout clothes that you love wearing. View this photo on Instagram 18. Practice positive self-talk and seriously be kinder to yourself. View this photo on Instagram 19. Keep your expectations realistic and go at your own pace. View this photo on Instagram 20. Don't be intimidated of the weights section of the gym. View this photo on Instagram 21. When you get tired just concentrate on keeping your body moving. View this photo on Instagram 22. Stop focusing on how long your workouts are. View this photo on Instagram 23. Always take rest days throughout the week. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 24. If you have a choice, choose the more active option. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Getting in shape and leading a more active lifestyle is totally possible. Start with the baby steps... and soon enough you'll get there! Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF