How often do you find yourself unmotivated to workout, disconnected from the thoughts of wanting to workout and eat right? How often would you rather pick up that piece of fried chicken or cupcake or eat a plate full of creamy pasta or even stop off at Chick-fil-A every time you see one (my weakness)?
Like most people we all start off with the best intention, we purchase our gym memberships we begin to workout and eat right but then a few months later we have fallen of that fitness craze and suddenly we are not at the gym as much, eating out becomes more consistent, late night treats at the white castle (maybe this is just me) happens more then needed. We have completely loss track of why we began this fitness journey.
Now, I have had this conversation with myself (yes I do talk to myself thank you) and also some friends. The real question is what is motivating you to even want to stop eating wrong and begin to eat healthy, what motivates you to want to exercise? Really think about this question. I found out a long time ago that the only thing or reason that can motivate you has to be you. Your motivation can not be to look good for your boy friend, girlfriend, husband or wife because as soon as you break up or they piss you off you are going to say forget them and begin to eat and drink what ever you want. You can’t be motivated by a special occasion like a vacation, wedding or class reunion. It sounds good but as soon as those events are over you will go right back into your same bad eating habits and almost non-existent exercise routine. So I challenge you to really figure out why you even want to loose weight and eat healthier.
My reasons are because I love the way I feel when I am at a certain weight. I am more confident, I have more energy and I can wear the clothes and swim suits that I want. I really enjoy exercising and lifting weights, it’s the way that I de-stress. If I go to the gym it helps me to turn my focus and thoughts back on me, it’s my time to meditate and my time to think. I want to be able to walk out the door knowing I look my best and feel my best.
Now once you have figured out what motivates you, think about what type of exercise routine you would like to get into. The gym is not for everyone, you can take classes at the gym or even purchase fitness DVD’s. Workout outdoors, running jogging, biking. Get involved with team sports. The bottom line is you have to like your workout in order to even want to show up and complete it. Even if that means going to all the different classes at the gym or borrowing friends fitness videos to see what you like, do it. Figure out what really works best for you and go for it!
Yours Truly,
St. Louis Health Nut
Dione Neal
Yours Truly,
St. Louis Health Nut
Dione Neal
Great concept. Working out is definitely one of those activities that have just become expected in our society and as a result people have forgotten the true meaning and reasoning behind it. For me, I can't stand to get beasted on the basketball court or on the football field, especially if girls are watching lol. So organized sports play a tremendous role in keeping me discipline enough to not smoke, not be glutinous, and to always remain health conscious. As a result, come game time, its shine time.
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Thanks Jordan! I'm always consciously aware of the forceful nature that friends and family tend to put on working out. It’s a chore more then something they want to do for themselves. Going to the gym and utilizing the cardio equipment and weights can get boring and un-motivating pretty quickly. I try to change my routine all the time so that I don't get bored but seeing my results is reason enough for me to get up and get it in!
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