Not feeling Motivated?

When people contact me, can you guess what the number one topic is? Not exercise, not nutrition, not even Shakeology, but  motivation! Lets face it, you can have the best, most effective workouts in the world combined with a world class nutrition program, but if you are not willing to stick with them, they are not worth a thing.  So what can you do to ensure you stick with it?


First, find a workout program that appeals to you. This is not a cookie cutter world and everyone is different. Does P90X seem to intimidating? Do something else!! The number of workout programs out in the world is staggering. In fact,there are well over 100 Beachbody workouts available, alone, so understand you can find a routine with a style and intensity that works for you.  Even a mediocre routine done daily is better than the ultimate workout sitting on a shelf.  Find something that is fun for YOU and you will come back and do it again and again.  


Now that you have found your perfect workout, what do you do to overcome those days when you just don't feel like moving around? The best thing you can do is to remember your "WHY". Your why has to be more than just  "I want to look better in my jeans".  It has to be POWERFUL.  More powerful than the immediate gratification of sitting around. Are you working out because you do not want the high blood pressure and diabetes that runs in your family? Do you want to eliminate those expensive medications with those unpleasant side effects? Maybe it is because you have kids and you want around to see them get married and have children of  their own. Perhaps you want to be a better role model to your family so they grow up with a healthier attitude towards food and fitness. Do you just want to stop feeling tired, weak and out of sorts? Find the REAL reason you want to be healthier.  If it does not make you cry when you say it out loud, it is not powerful enough to get you past those lazy moments.  Remember the feeling when you decided, "Enough, already! I deserve better"  Experience it. Don't let go of it. 


Now imagine yourself when you have reached the goal you are striving for. Think about that feeling of confidence as you go about your business, energized, looking good and feeling GREAT. See in your mind how people look at you differently and go to you for fitness advice. A whole different world opens up when you are healthy and fit. More energy, more strength, more confidence! It truly permeates every aspect of your life.

If that is not enough, get yourself an accountability partner. Find someone who is like-minded and willing to touch base with you to share how things are going every day . You will be amazed at how much that helps keep you on track. I use WOWY, the team Beachbody virtual gym to help with that. When I accept an invitation to meet someone to workout, I am WAY less inclined to blow off a workout.   Want the ULTIMATE accountability?  Be a coach!! People look to you to lead them by example.  I can tell you it sure helps me stay on my game!  Coaching is not just for the super fit, it is for anyone who wants to stay on track and help others do the same.  I challenge you to really consider making a commitment to improving the health of both yourself AND your community. Together we are better.  

Do you have some great motivation tips of your own?  Want to know more about this coaching thing? Post them as well as your thoughts in the comments section below.


To your health,
Lisa