10 Netflix movies that will inspire you to work out –

Are you discouraged with training or unwilling to work out? It’s okay, it happens to everyone. The important thing is to find some source of motivation to get back to the gym. In this case, movies come in as an ally against laziness. It’s pressing play and letting yourself be carried away by the story. Come with us:

1. Dance with me? (2004)
The film serves as an incentive for those who want to change their lifestyle. Attorney John Clark (Richard Gere), an expert on wills, feels something is missing in his life. After observing the young Paulina (Jennifer Lopez) in the window of a gym, he enrolls and starts attending ballroom dancing classes. In addition to being motivational (anyone can dance), the film also presents several life lessons, such as not giving up on your dreams and it’s never too late to change.

2. She Dances, I Dance 4 (2012)
Following the theme of the first film in the “Step Up” franchise, the film portrays the story of the couple Emily Anderson (Kathryn McCormick) and Sean Asa (Ryan Guzman), who meet through dance and end up falling in love. With incredible choreography and a breathtaking view (Miami), this musical will have you enrolling in the nearest studio. After all, you’ll want to copy every Hip Hop sequence.

3. War Brides (2009)
What does a movie about brides have to do with the fitness world? All! To prepare for the big day, friends Emma (Anne Hathaway) and Liv (Kate Hudson) spend a good part of the film walking and running in Central Park, in New York. By the way, Kate Hudson’s character has a treadmill installed in the office so that she can keep working out and get into her dress – great motivation for the brides on duty.

4. Remember the Titans (2001)
In this film, sport plays a secondary role. The main theme is the issue of racial discrimination that happened in the United States, especially in the 1960s. With the aim of ending prejudice, the school decides to hire a black coach to lead the football team. The change process is not easy. But prejudiced attitudes, throughout the film, are overthrown through sport (American football). An inspiring and very moving film. The ones you call the whole family to see.

5. A Team of Honor (2012)
A discredited lacrosse team, a traditional sport in the United States, formed by North American Indians receives the support of a coach who inspires them to be proud of their cultural heritage. The coach and the team face an arduous battle to reach the state championship finals, with the challenge of facing rival and better regarded schools. One more proof that sport motivates us to go beyond our expectations.

6. 1000 to 1: The Cory Weissman Story (2014)
The film, based on true events, tells the inspiring story of Cory Weissman, a college basketball player who suffers a stroke at the height of his performance, but persistently struggles to find new meaning in his life. Tip: separate the tissue, because the movie promises a lot of tears.

7. Clean Spirit – In the Heart of the Tour (2013)
The documentary reports the participation of the Argos-Shimano team in the 100th edition of the Tour de France. Young people decided to participate in the competition without using anabolic steroids and showing high performance. An incentive for anyone who wants to start a new activity, but is still afraid of not being able to do it.

8. Coach Carter: Training for Life (2005)
Also based on true history, coach Ken Carter (Samuel L. Jackson) is an example of motivation and leadership. Ken, owner of a sporting goods store, accepts to be the basketball coach at his old school. To the surprise of many, he imposes a strict regime on dealing with the troubled youngsters on the team. Throughout the film, he convinces athletes and the community that sport allows you to overcome social barriers and achieve many personal accomplishments.

9. Soul Surfer – Courage to Live (2011)
An exciting story based on real events. Young Bethany Hamilton (AnnaSophia Robb) was practically born on the beach. When she started paddling as a professional surfer, she was attacked by a shark and ended up losing her left arm. For many, the accident would mean the end of a brilliant career. But Bethany has the support of her parents (Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt), best friend Sarah (Carrie Underwood) and fans to get back to doing what she loves most: surfing.

10. Enter the Jungle (2014)
This documentary accompanies former MMA champion Wallid Ismail in his search for natural talent in the Brazilian favelas to compete in Jungle Fights – Brazil’s largest mixed martial arts championship. It is exciting to see the determination of the athletes. In addition, you might feel like trying a fight class – a good modality to exterminate calories and define your body.