So many of you want to find a healthy way to live that will fit into your "normal" everyday lives. You also want to be able to eat things "in moderation" and expect that you will stay on track. Truth is most people can't do moderation. You figure well I already messed up today might as well start back up tomorrow and it is a vicious cycle. So then you tell yourself, where do I go from here and how do I jump "back on the wagon" so to speak to achieve my goals. Below is a list of things to consider and know before you start so you can stay focused and on track. I hope this list helps you understand some things that need to change in order to be successful and help you stay focused! The most important one besides having a clear goal is knowing your weaknesses and using it as your strengths!
-Have a clear attainable goal. Short and long term so you always have a path.
-Know the steps to achieve (have a plan). Research your goals and hire someone if necessary. This will be hardest for most of you because A. Most people want quick fast results without taking the time to research and B. It may yield results in the beginning and ultimately let you down in the end.
-Know that it is a life change and not something for the short term. Changing bad habits is not easy but it is necessary if you expect to succeed.
-Know your weaknesses so you can use them as your strengths. Understand where you struggle is and use it to your advantage. Your mind is your worst enemy and when you can understand what it is that will bring you down you can conquer and overcome!
-Make time each day to work towards your goals. If you don't it will not happen. If it is important you will make it happen. If its just 5 min to research or 30 min to get in some lifting you need to make it happen.
-Wanting to be "normal" like everyone else won't get you where you want to be. Without sounding rude…..normal isn't exactly the best anymore. Normal has become unhealthy, obese, fast-food and a comp out for hard work and dedication. Normal just because its accepted is not what will help you. Learn to embrace difference, you never know who's lives you can change!
-Giving in to a "craving" is just an excuse. People i went a whole year almost with having cheats that i can count on both hands. That is 365 days with maybe 10 cheat meals….not days….meals! Like I said your mind can be your worst enemy, if food is your weakness find out why and conquer it!
-Rewarding yourself with food can be what triggers a downfall if your mind isn't strong enough to handle just one meal. Treat yourself with something other then food until your string enough mentally to handle it. Yes it is a lifestyle but you have to learn what is necessary and what is not.
-Food is fuel for your body and goals. If you fuel your body properly you will see results. If you do not you won't. Simple as that.
- Know you can achieve and you will. Never doubt yourself. You are worth more then that!
- Enjoy it! Make it as stress free and possible and you will learn to love it!
