Motivation Station

I've had a few people request some tips for staying motivated during weight loss. I certainly know how easy it is to derail off the fitness train (wow, Mina, cheesy...). It's difficult to plan your meals, to fit your workouts into the day, and to sleep long enough each night. Health isn't all that easy in this day and age. It can be expensive and demanding. Here is one thing you can do to keep you on the right track and keep you motivated during those difficult times.

Create a motivation board or wall where you put up a few things that will keep you inspired to live better.

1. Whomever your favorite fitness celebrity or guru is, place a picture of them up. By no means am I saying to idolize someone, but if you want to lose the weight and get healthier, put a picture up to inspire you. I personally love Jillian Michaels. I think she is a very empowering, influential, and knowledgeable resource. I find that I relate to her quite a bit and thus I would probably add her to my board.
2. Write your goal weight or goal bmi on the board. For every pound you lose, add a check or star next to it. When you are feeling discouraged, look at the amount of checks and stars you have and see how far you have come.
3. Write the words of aspects you want to achieve with your health. "Strong"  "Agile" "Fast"  being a few that may come to mind.
4. Place specific goals that you have for yourself such as being able to run a mile in 8 minutes, bench pressing 100 lbs, doing 30 push ups without stopping... etc. Make sure they are specific! When you achieve them, place another star next to them.

Now obviously this won't work with everyone, but go ahead and try it. Having the reminder in front of you everyday will help you to succeed. Good luck!!


Health tip: When you go to the gym, make the workout count. Get your heart rate really up there because the after burn effect will burn a larger amount of calories.