A 2020 report, published in Frontiers In Psychology, revealed that the introduction of novel and interesting forms of exercise not only increases enjoyment of the exercise itself but also positively contributes to engagement and adherence over time, perhaps explaining the apathy I felt about the tedious repetition of the same workout day in day out.

Dr Josephine Perry, a sports psychologist and founder of Performance in Mind, attests to this and the importance of varied exercise. “I talk about blue-green exercise. You want some exercise outside, preferably near a river or greenery, because that’s really good for mental health, and also in a gym where there is great equipment.”

Fitness challenge: “I stopped trying 2-week body transformations and my attitude to exercise immediately improved”