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Title: Anyone with ADHD struggle with boring workouts?

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momz1 · 26/04/2026 07:47

I can’t stick to long routines at all.
Short, fast sessions like running, skipping or quick HIIT seem to work way better for me.
Does anyone else feel more focused and energised when they move more, or is it just me?

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Loomis · 26/04/2026 09:31

Awfulpersonid · 26/04/2026 09:29

Surely anyone struggles with boring workouts by definition regardless of whether they have ADHD or not.

To me there is no such thing as a non boring workout, that's the point. It's all dull AF.

The only thing I can keep my attention on (just) is reformer pilates.

Awfulpersonid · 26/04/2026 09:29

Surely anyone struggles with boring workouts by definition regardless of whether they have ADHD or not.

Loomis · 26/04/2026 09:22

I struggle with doing any form of exercise tbh (apart from just walking, as I walk everywhere anyway) as find it all so mind numbingly dull. Even 25 minute HIIT sessions are tedious.

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momz1 · 26/04/2026 09:19

Specialagentblond · 26/04/2026 08:17

I’m the same. Just exercise little and often

That’s the right approach.Little and often works best. Stay consistent.

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momz1 · 26/04/2026 09:18

CaptainMyCaptain · 26/04/2026 08:25

I've never been diagnosed with ADHD (I'm 71) but when I was an adult my Mum said she thought I might be, it wasn't heard of when I was a child. Anyway, I do need to keep moving but hate sports and running or treadmill type machines bore me to death. I prefer going to classes and do 4 a week mostly dance based and love them. The camaraderie with other participants helps I think and there's always enough variation.

You’ve already figured it out. Dance classes work for you, so stick with them. They give you movement, variety, and people around you, that’s exactly what keeps you consistent. Just add a bit of light strength and stretching, and you’re set.

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CaptainMyCaptain · 26/04/2026 08:25

I've never been diagnosed with ADHD (I'm 71) but when I was an adult my Mum said she thought I might be, it wasn't heard of when I was a child. Anyway, I do need to keep moving but hate sports and running or treadmill type machines bore me to death. I prefer going to classes and do 4 a week mostly dance based and love them. The camaraderie with other participants helps I think and there's always enough variation.

Specialagentblond · 26/04/2026 08:17

I’m the same. Just exercise little and often