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But there is often a common denominator: Attention, or lack thereof.

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The athletes mind wasnt in the game.

A main way to do this, he says, is by diminishing distractions.

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Focusing on the movement youre doing is also going to make your workout more effective.

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If youre watching TV or reading a book, youre not paying attention to what your bodys telling you.

He is a big believer in actually liking the time you get to spend moving your body.

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