The way you feel on the inside is mirrored by your facial expression and posture. The way you feel about yourself shows in the way you act and speak.
Motivation
What does this have to do with fitness, you wonder. Well, in order to change the outside of your body, you have to change the inside first.
You need to become aware of the reason you want to change and also find out what has kept you from changing in the past. Awareness is the first step.
You are important, you are worth it, and you deserve to be your best. It’s so easy to feel that way about someone else, like your children for example, but for some reason it is difficult for most people to think like that about themselves.
The fact is, however, that it is true. And if you feel like your children deserve the best, that means that you have to be the best you can be. Makes sense?
And now hold on to that belief. Don’t just read it and forget it. Think about it and remind yourself every day. This will motivate you.
Obstacles
Change takes energy; not changing is easy. I think that’s one of the reasons we give up on our fitness goals so quickly. It’s easier. The problem is, that it is only easier in the moment. In the future, when you get sick and have to take lots of prescription medication, you will realize that good nutrition and exercise are the easy part.
You might feel like you don’t have the energy to work out. The secret is, that energy comes from exercising. Get started, get the ball rolling, and before you know it will keep on rolling almost all by itself.
Time – Time is like money. We always have enough time and money for what is really important to us. Remember what I said earlier? You are important! You can make the time to exercise, just start with 10 – 15 minutes a day.
Share your goals with friends or family members. Engage them in your physical activities. Teach them what you are learning about nutrition. Try to make it fun. Before you know it, you will be setting an example for everyone.
The New You
So there she is, the new you. How do you feel? You now love and respect yourself. You feel healthy and full of vitality. Your entire family seems to be not only healthier, but also happier. You have common goals. You are walking and playing together. I think even the dog has lost some weight.
This really is how good life can be in 2010. Make yourself, your health, and your family a priority. You deserve it!
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