Seriously need to practice what I preach. Since our vaca in Sin City, I have done hardly anything. A run (which I was thrilled with !!), 3 miles on the waterfront. And a leg workout... yep... that's pretty much it.
And I haven't been writing down my food intake, or for that matter, even monitoring what the heck I'm throwing in my mouth. Usually, this doesn't bother me because it doesn't happen often and my body doesn't have time to revolt. However, this week, it aaaalllll caught up with me. I'm tired, crabby, feel like hell. Gee... who can I blame for that ??!??! ME !
This week from SparkPeople ... and I kinda needed this !
Everyone tells us to stay motivated. Our friends, our co-workers, our relatives say to keep going, don’t quit. Sometimes, though, you ask, "Why? Why try my hardest when it ends in disappointment? Why go through something when it’s going to hurt? Why?"
Because it’s going to be different this time! Because you can’t accomplish anything that you give up on. Disappointments and failures happen to everyone. The difference between those who reach their goals and those who don’t is staying motivated. If you’re motivated, you’ll keep going. If you keep going, eventually you’ll reach your goal.
Need more reasons? Here are some of our ‘hidden’ reasons to stay motivated. Use one or all of them to keep the fire burning inside you.
Confidence
How did it feel after that first jog around the block? Or when you finally walked the stairs at work without losing your breath? The more you accomplish, the more you’ll believe in yourself.
Make the week easier
Ever felt like a week was taking forever? It feels like Friday, but it’s only Tuesday? This happens when you’re not working towards anything. When you have a goal in mind, you’ll want to cook that healthy dinner or go to the gym. The week will not only go faster, but be more enjoyable.
Gives you purpose
Every once in a while, we need a good reason to get out of bed. Here it is, right in front of you. Eat the healthy breakfast that’s going to jump start your day, go for your morning jog, or walk to the driveway and grab the newspaper. When you’re motivated, you have a reason to do what you do.
Power of momentum
It’s a scientific fact – something in motion tends to stay in motion. Momentum builds quickly and can lead to great results. Suddenly, you’re not only working for the goal, but also to keep your streak alive. Even more reason to reach your goals.
Keep gaining experience
The more you do, the more you will learn and understand. You’ll discover which tactics work best for you and which ones don’t. It’s like weeding out the garden - not the most enjoyable job in the world, but when you’re done, all that’s left are beautiful flowers. Keeping sticking with it and soon it will be all flowers for you.
WOOT WOOT !! I have a new fav website... www.bethenny.com Love love love her and she has some killer recipes and some killer tips and just flat out says it like it is.
Time to start getting back on track, practicing what I preach, and not feeling like ick any longer. Who's in ???
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