These 5 films will inspire you to get active

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Some days we'd rather lounge on the couch and watch movies instead of working out. However, we want to motivate you to make your way to the gym — so we've found a few films to inspire you.

The Jane Files
In this movie, Demi Moore's character undergoes training to become a member of the U.S. Navy. In order to complete the training, she has to face the same physical challenges as her male colleagues — a “women's” workout is not enough. If you can't do an exercise, you are eliminated from the training program - giving up is therefore not an option. This film is very inspiring, especially because Jane doesn't give up and continues even after many of her male opponents have already left the program.

Footloose
This classic film tells the story of a young man who moves to a small town where dancing is generally prohibited. But dancing is his passion and he slowly starts to attract others to his side. Apart from the exciting music, which motivates you to dance along with the characters, this film above all inspires you not to always worry about pessimists and doomsayers (it also means yourself). The story motivates you to do what you love — no matter what others might think of it. And as a small bonus, Kevin Bacon is a real eye-catcher!

Kill Bill
Although Quentin Tarantino's films aren't for everyone, this film with Uma Thurman embodies the epitome of a woman who really kicks men in the butt. Her character keeps a “death list” of enemies that she wants to hunt down. During the two parts of the film, you will repeatedly see flashbacks of her training to become a unique female warrior and will be able to marvel at spectacular battle scenes. You don't have to have your own death list to be inspired by this movie. Just think of things that upset you. Because these thoughts alone will fuel your workout and give you the necessary strength and endurance.

The Diary of Bridget Jones
When you think of movies with intense workouts for women, this movie is probably the last one that comes to mind. But when you think about it again, “The Diary of Bridget Jones” is actually very inspiring. Almost every woman can find herself playing Bridget Jones in some way. Just think of the obstacles she's struggling with, her weight problems, her fight against laziness, and her yo-yo diet. You feel connected to her very easily and at the end of the film you are happy with her about the fulfillment of her goals and happiness. When you watch her fight through similar difficult situations that you've had to go through yourself once in your life and see how everything turns out well in the end, you get motivation to go to the gym and get a bit closer to your goals.

Charlie's Angels
Regardless of whether you're a fan of the original TV series or the movie version in 2000 starring Cameron Diaz, Lucy Liu and Drew Barrymore, it's simply fun to watch the angels for Charlie. The jokes may seem a bit sultry sometimes, but that's also part of the fun. Apart from that, there are many action sequences in which these lovely ladies really spank the bad guys. This cheerful film gives you new inspiration to get active and wake yourself up a bit — whether for training or private life.

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