Not Enough Motivation to Lose Weight? 3 Easy Tips to Boost it
No matter your reasons to lose weight, your motivation to lose weight is the main key to quick weight loss, getting back in shape, toned and vibrant again. And not only that; it allows you to carry out new habits that transform your body for good. As you can imagine, the recipe for peak weight loss motivation includes a big amount of self motivation skills - we'll talk about these in a moment. Here are 3 tips to boost your motivation: Motivation to Lose Weight Tip #1: |
"Every day do something that will inch you closer to the tomorrow that you want." ~ Doug Firebaugh |
Once you understand that to set yourself up for success you must choose practical, doable goals that you can actually achieve, you can attain goal after goal, and generate a strong motivation to lose weight. When you pick goals you can’t possibly pull off it just proves to yourself (and to others) that you have failed.
That's not what you want, right?
Besides, trying to turn yourself into someone you physically cannot be creates needless stress and pressure for you. Previous failures, stress and pressure are the sure death of your weight loss motivation.
It’s true, media dictates how you’re supposed to look like, but you are certainly smarter than this. Settle for a weight that is optimal for you NOW, not 15 years ago!
Forget about getting into your wedding or prom dress again if you gave birth to kids since then. Forget about losing 30 pounds in 30 days. Forget about getting absolutely ripped if you’re over 40 and have never been into body-building before.
Instead, set easy, practical goals so you create a habit of success in your mind.
Put together a weekly plan with small nutrition and fitness goals for each day and make them your daily routine. Aim to feel your clothes loosen up just a bit every day and to be only 2 pounds lighter each week. Now, that is doable and gives you something to go for!
Motivation to Lose Weight Tip #2:
Set Up a Supportive Environment
"Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions." ~ Mark Twain |
Surround yourself with a helpful support system: read inspiring books, listen to empowering speakers, watch motivational shows, spend time with like-minded people - this will keep your weight loss motivation at its peak.
Moreover, now is the time to get sound information on the right reasons to lose weight, eating healthy, getting fit and on how to use powerful mind-body tools that help you achieve your weight loss goal.
You’ll be surprised to see how easy it is to raise your weight loss motivation when you:
- eat whole, nutritious foods avoiding junk food containing harmful fats, toxic seasonings and surrogates
- diffuse daily stress through meditation, tai-chi, yoga, exercising, or simply walking in nature
- place all over your house and workplace motivational weight loss quotes, make a collage of inspiring pictures and keep it on your fridge - it’ll stop you from opening it up too often ;)
- use a relaxation script that will give you a calm, centered and serene feeling. Use it on your break time, taking 1-2 minutes to fully breathe it in. This technique allows you to be feel relaxed during your daily activities. Both your body and mind require frequent, daily relaxation moments for good health and well-being.
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- visualize yourself everyday trim, toned and fit; imagine yourself doing new things, in your new body, with a renewed vitality
- surround yourself with supportive friends and family members: get together to share a healthy meal or a fun walk in the park. Take some dancing classes together, or just call or SMS each other for brief encouragement when either of you feels down.
Always remember that you are not alone. Join an online forum about weight issues and fitness - staying connected with like-minded people will boost your motivation to lose weight more than you can imagine! And if you want to get really serious about it, get an online weight loss coach.
Motivation to Lose Weight Tip #3:
Celebrate!
"Celebrate your success, which is not holding good cards, but playing those you hold well." ~ Unknown |
As you have surely found out by know, working out and keeping fit requires a high level of weight loss motivation. Top it up regularly by celebrating your midway goals - but not with sweets or restaurant treats!
Instead, pamper yourself with a whole day at the spa, go on a day trip with a friend, get a new haircut or try a new hair color. Get a cool tattoo, a new skirt, or a chic pair of shoes. Anything goes - as long as it's not food ;)
Reinforce your new, healthy habits with smart rewards like these - now and then - to boost your motivation to lose weight and help you go the extra mile.
To strengthen your motivation muscle, make sure you exercise regularly these smart self motivation skills >>
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