When I decided to start on my fitness journey, it was a rocky road. I had decided that I wanted to be skinny, my problem was I never committed to the program, therefore I could never succeed.
Everything shifted for me when I decided to commit to Slim in 6 for the full 6 weeks. No, I didn't do it perfectly. I cheated on my diet more than my planned once a week cheat meal and I even missed a few workouts. At the end of 6 weeks I lost 20 pounds. Why? Because I had committed to finishing- no matter what. Sure I cheated, but the next meal I was back on track...NOT the next day, next Monday- the next meal.
Did I love the workouts? Well that's kind of a loaded question. I loved how I felt after the workouts, I loved the changes I was seeing in my body, I loved my increased energy and I loved how easy it was to come downstairs every morning and just put the dvd on.
Did I love getting up at 4am every morning to get it done? Did I love being sore every single day? Did I love watching friends and loved ones enjoy yummy foods and having drinks that I had to pass on? No, no I didn't.
I think it's important to remember that if we continue to do what we've always done, we can't expect different results. I had to go out of my comfort zone, set my alarm for even earlier than I already get up and plan my meals in advance.
These things aren't easy. I have two kids, a full time job and a busy life in general. It's so easy to want to be skinny, want to be healthy and want want want! Deciding what you want is an important first step, but if you're not ready to commit you will not succeed.
I say this from a place of love, you need to wrap your head around the fact that you can't have it all. You can't have junk food and beer every day and a six pack. You need to decide what you WANT, then plan what you'll DO to get it. Then and only then can you succeed.
My coaching is keeping my weight loss and healthy living on track for me. Being accountable to someone other than myself is so motivating! If you think becoming a Beachbody coach may be right for you check out this video : http://beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/jamiemarie?bctid=58142491001
Til next time...
