It’s not uncommon for people to want a better-looking booty, but a great side effect of strengthening this area of the body is a healthier lower back. Your muscles hold your skeletal structure in—or out—of place, which can have a profound effect on how you feel and whether or not you experience pain. Strengthening and balancing your muscles helps to reduce both pain and fatigue, which means you’ll likely feel better as well as look better.

If the prospect of exercising has you conjuring up any excuse to get out of it, you’re not alone. Even though many day-to-day reasons for putting off exercise are legit, finding ways to overcome obstacles is a healthier approach in the long run. Here’s how to get past six common barriers to exercise.