Hey pretties! I know there's a ton of tips all over this blog left, right and centre, but these tips are SUPER important. If you follow these to a T - I promise you'll experience the weightloss that you're aspiring for!
1. Be consistent
It doesn't matter if you work out one day a week for 4 hours... thats just NOT gonna help you get in shape. It's MUCH better to work out 5-6 days a week for 45 minutes. Same amount of time invested in the gym, but the consistency will SHOW in your body. Consistency IS KEY.
2. Follow an Effective Exercise Routine
For any of you using a Beachbody workout then you don't need to worry about this one AT ALL! The Beachbody pro's developed the program according to a strict science. But if you're working out freestyle at the gym, make sure you get strength training, interval training, and intense cardio! Those 3 are super important to conditioning your organs and chiselling those abs.
3. Set Realistic Goals
Setting proper goals will help you stay motivated and push through the hard times that are sure to come up. Don't strive for perfection, strive for progress! If you're moving forward you're progressing, & when you realize you're making progress - thats gonna keep you motivated!!
4. Use the Buddy System
Having a "success partner" or "accountability partner" is so crucial to your success! Haing a friend to keep you excited and more important - ON TRACK - will help you implement Rule #1 - Being consistent! This is why I love my challenge groups so much! We are group of like-minded women who are going through the same thing day in and DAY OUT! A friend makes the world of a difference, so can you imagine how helpful it is to have a whole GROUP!?
5. Make Your Plan Fit Your Life
Working out doesn't have to be a life-changing experience. Fit it into your daily schedule by making it fun! I love turbo fire since I feel like I'm in a bad-ass dance party the whole time, but nonetheless - make it fun! Play tennis, take the dog for a walk, try a new class, whatever you do keep it fun!
6. Be Happy
Pick an activity you actually enjoy. This is similar to Rule #5, but seriously! Be happy, and you'll find yourself LOOKING FORWARD to your workouts and healthy meals! PS eating healthy doesn't have to be boring. Try new spices everyday. :)
7. Watch the clock
Your body clock that is! Working out while you have the most energy will yield the best results. If you're feeling sluggish and tired, your body probably needs the workout. But if you're sick and not feeling well, don't push your body over the edge with a work out, listen to your bod and get some rest.
8. Call in the pros!
Sometimes it's a good idea to have an assessment from a pro to see if you have a weak back, or knees etc. This attention to flexibility or to balance may be more important than resistance training or aerobics & by getting a professional assessment, you can determine your weakest links and focus on them. This will improve your overall fitness balance!
9. Get inspired
Fitness is a state of mind! Look at people with your goal body, make your your phone background, and try to emulate what they do! Don't look at them in jealous, look at them in admiration. What would they be doing right now if they were you? Probably drinking more water! So do it! Would they eat a big greasy meal on friday night? Probably not! So, find another way to celebrate the weekend and continue looking up to your role-models!
10. Be Patient!
Results don't happen over night. It took more than a day to put it on, so it's gonna take more than a day to take it off! & thats OK! As long as you don't give it, you will get there! Keep your head up pretty. I know it's a long road, and mostly it's a mental battle, but not only will your body thank you but your mind will become SO strong from overcoming your weaknesses! You can do this!!
Do you have any tips you attribute your fitness success to?!
