How many of you actually look in the mirror and go, "man I really SHOULD do something about this, I'll start Monday (tomorrow, Jan 1st, etc). I know that I used to do that. Then what happens? The problem with this type of thinking is we really are NEVER going to do it. It's just our minds way of making us feel better because we are PLANNING to do something ONE DAY!
So, what's the solution? It's very simple. Start NOW. Don't put it off. Start small if you have to. Get up, get moving, go for a walk, drink more water, reduce your portion sizes, make healthier choices in foods.
The biggest thing you need to understand is your transformation from your current position is not going to happen over night. It's not going to be easy. Your mind will fight you every single day. You have to make up your mind and have the will power behind it to keep that same goal in mind ever single day. This is not a 30 day commitment but that's where it will start. The hardest part is going to be your first 30 days. This is your fight or flight time. Either you will choose to stay and fight for what you want or you will throw in the towel and fall back into those bad habits. I promise you once you pass those first 30 days you will fill triumphant. You will begin to see changes, maybe on the scale, maybe in inches. I suggest that you take a starting photo, you don't have to share it but just something that YOU can compare a 30 day photo to. You will really be surprised at the differences. Most of all you will start to feel better. You will notice that you have more energy and that you are getting stronger. Maybe you will start running now instead of just walking. Then you'll notice that you can go further. Make sure you set small goals. Even if you "think" you can make a bigger one and reach it, it's those small victories that will build your self esteem and help motivate you to keep going.
If you need help staying accountable I would suggest signing up for Myfitnesspal (you can add me getfitwithtamela) and find some friends or make some new ones. This is a great way to be held accountable, plus logging your food will show you what you really are eating. You will be surprised the amount of calories in foods & drinks.
Still thinking about starting tomorrow?? How are you going to feel in 30 days when you still haven't taken that first step?
Now think about how great you're going to feel when you see that you've been dedicated, yes the work was hard but now you're at your first goal, you've made it 30 days without giving in. What does that tell you? You've got this! You can and you will succeed! So what are you waiting for? Don't think about it, put your shoes on and go!
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