Often when we start a training regime we begin to notice changes in our energy levels and general feeling of wellbeing, maybe drop a big of weight and feel stronger. A little way down the line though we sometimes feel like we’re not making much more progress, or we just lose the excitement we had when we started out. It becomes easier to talk ourselves out of turning up to training sessions and making better diet choices and things can turn into decline. This is the hump we need to get over to keep going.  Keeping yourself motivated can be tough when you get to this point. If you find yourself lacking a bit you need to go back and think about why you started in the first place. Goals usually include fat loss and muscle building or toning, but they should also always include better health and wellbeing. We all want to live a long, healthy life and exercise along with healthy eating plays a huge part in achieving this. So for goals of a better body, picture in your mind how you want to look. Find pictures, clothes you want to be able to wear with confidence and think of an upcoming event like a wedding, birthday or holiday you can work towards achieving those desired results for. Put reminders of these at home, work, in the car – anywhere you might need a bit of help saying no to temptation. For goals of health and wellbeing, we all know that the healthier you are the better you feel day to day. Regular exercise and a good diet increases your energy levels, improves your mood, decreases stress and creates a stronger immune system which decreases your chance of getting sick, needing time off work and losing income.  We want to feel good not just now but for the rest of our lives. Remember what it means to have longevity. We all want to be fit and able to play with our children and grandchildren, and see them grow up. To stay active as we grow older and not succumb to ailments like heart problems, osteoporosis or back and joint pain that can hinder us from an active lifestyle, travelling or just enjoying life!Rewarding yourself is another way to stay motivated. Put aside some cash to take yourself shopping for new clothes or treat yourself to a nice meal as a reward for sticking to your training schedule for a whole month or reaching a short-term weight goal. Another important factor is support from your friends and family. Make sure they encourage you to get to your training sessions or exercise classes, not try to tempt you away from your healthier path. It is important they understand where you’re coming from and are behind you all the way. Once again, you don’t have to do this all on your own. Talk to your personal trainer and keep an open and honest dialogue going. If you’re lacking in motivation, tell your trainer! You may need to go over your original priorities or sometimes to reassess your goals altogether. As a personal trainer it’s my job to keep my clients motivated and work with them to keep things on track, so you keep moving towards a happier, healthier life! |
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