1. What do people do to get motivated to exercise when all
you really want to do is kick back and eat junk food? All of
us want to look sexy and feel good, but very seldom do we
ever attempt to do anything about it. What people don't
know is that there are thousands of ways to get motivated
to exercise, really, but here are some ways that have
worked marvelously for me.
2. 1.) Personal trainer- It is true that personal trainers can be
expensive, but if you have the money it is more than
worth your time. Personal trainers help keep you on track,
they know how to target problem areas, and can all
around motivate you to keep going.
3. 2.) Magazines- If you're flipping through an in shape
magazine and admiring all of the ladies and gentleman
with six packs and tight butts, That's definitely going to
motivate you because you want that too!
4. 3.) Look at old pictures- I don't know about you, but my
weight fluctuates so much it drives me crazy. I'm sure in
the past you've had a better body and looking back on
those photographs can motivate you to achieve that again.
5. 4.) Reward yourself- Everyone loves a good reward every
once in a while. Say you worked out all week and followed
your diet plan. What would it hurt for you to enjoy a nice
cup of ice cream on a Sunday.
6. 5.) Stress relief- stress can be caused my home life, work,
school, and relationships. When you exercise you release
endorphins. Sign up for a kickboxing class. This will allow
you to kick and punch a bag instead of someone's face,
while also getting a complete cardiovascular workout.
7. 6.) Moderation- Nobody wants to just quit eating junk
food "cold turkey", which sounds hard! You can moderate
your strict dieting with one "fat" meal once a week.
8. 7.) New clothes- Buy new clothes in a size down from
what you are. One dress size isn't that hard to achieve in a
couple weeks, and just think of how fantastic you're going
to look in them.
9. 8.) Put a note on your fridge saying "Get off your butt and
workout"- You will be forced to see the truth every time
you attempt to go the fridge and stuff your face.
10. 9.) Set a goal- Everyone needs a goal or two. Maybe your
goal is to lose ten pounds in 4 weeks, or 100 pounds in 12
months. SET A GOAL! There is nothing more satisfying or
rewarding than reaching a goal.
11. If you're trying to lose weight the best way to start your
efforts is making a solid commitment. Join a gym and get
started now! Challenge yourself! Tell yourself, "I am going
to work out five days a week", "I will lose this weight", "I
will be healthier", "I know I can do this". Motivate
yourself by giving yourself positive feedback. The biggest
tip I can give you is that motivation is in your head. You
have to be ready to make the changes in your life and do
what it takes to be healthy and fit!