The only way you will ever follow through on an exercise program is to be sold out. The military calls them "lifers." These are people who are committed to something for the long haul. Are you a lifer? Could you be a lifer?
A lifer has a sold out mindset. He or she realizes that there will be potholes to go through; there may even be a sinkhole up ahead, but they get through it or they go around the situation. It may take support from others, but it gets done. You may not be a lifer today, but you could be if you don't make changes now!
DECISION MAKING
I was named Mr. Michigan in the statewide bodybuilding contest in 1988. When I competed in bodybuilding contests, it took me a good month to decide if I really wanted to go for that particular goal. The decision process was well thought out. I realized the days ahead would bring doubt, frustration, pain, and at times, humility.
I also realized it could bring many emotional setbacks. Was I willing to pay the price? Was I willing to change my behavior and lifestyle for the hope of a future benefit? All those thoughts had to be debated before the decision to move forward was made. However, when I made the decision to go forward, a switch was turned on that could not be turned off. I could not turn back. There is a sense of relief that comes with making a decision. Perhaps because once that decision is made, all the pressure is off. My philosophy is: "GOALS CHANGE, DECISIONS DON'T"
Why do you think New Year's Resolutions don't work? Waiting to start a good exercise program begs the question, "Are you serious enough about it to begin now instead of putting it off till a certain time?" Now is the time to start.
BEING SOLD OUT IS AN ATTITUDE OF THE HEART!
PERSEVERANCE
Having a sold out attitude helps you persevere through some of the down times. There were a lot of times I just wanted to quit. I questioned why I even started this whole exercise regime. It was circular at times. The more I did, the more I struggled. And round and round I went.
But I always remembered that I had made a decision to stay in it for the long haul. My workouts did not have to be perfect all the time, as long as I kept moving forward. I just had to persevere, no matter what! So I did. SELF- MOTIVATION
A small part of all of us needs to be self- motivated. You cannot do it alone. You will always need a good support system; however, somewhere inside a little self- motivation needs to be smoldering to keep the fire going. The only thing that will get you through the hard times is to have some "faith."
SELF ? DISCIPLINED
Having self-discipline is different than being self-motivated. You can be motivated, but not disciplined. However, you cannot be disciplined without being motivated.
No one will or can exercise for you. Nor can they tell you what to eat for the rest of your life. Being self-disciplined requires you to consistently keep the main goal in mind. And what is that?
I have exercised for twenty years five days a week. Good days come and bad days follow. This is the reality. But, years ago, I made a promise to myself, my family and to my kids; While my goals may change, my decision to exercise and try to eat right will never change for the rest of my life.
Let me help you do the same!
LOSE WEIGHT IMMEDIATELY! FREE MINI COURSE click here http://www.resolutions.bz Discover the common sense way to lose weight with out dieting that the doctor's DON'T want you to know. Greg Ryan is a best selling author, former employee of Kathy Smith, and high profile fitness expert.
Chicago limo Skokie ..How would you like to eat all you want and... Read More
With the growing epidemic of diabetes and obesity in our... Read More
An eating disorder is a life threatening condition that often... Read More
Most people who want to burn off some excess pounds... Read More
NLP Setting an Anchor Process to Get Back Motivation for... Read More
When losing weight, most of us don't have the time... Read More
Telling yourself you have to "struggle with this weight issue... Read More
Infrared Radiant Heat (IRRH) is a form of radiation that... Read More
Here are the 4 things you need to know about... Read More
I've worked with hundreds of people who were interested in... Read More
Did you know that how and when you eat is... Read More
Among the most popular forms of dieting is the South... Read More
Very few Americans are satisfied with their current weights. There... Read More
Remember there's more to you than meets the eye. You've... Read More
For those of you who aren't familiar with ephedra let... Read More
Thinking about weight loss surgery? You're not alone. Over two-thirds... Read More
Whether coming from a close friend, the nightly news or... Read More
Fast Weight Loss - Is it better to lose 2lbs... Read More
Weight loss information is often confusing and misleading. The more... Read More
One of the biggest misconceptions about exercise is that there... Read More
It is a fact that about 70% Americans are overweight.... Read More
Low Carb diets have become as popular as apple pie... Read More
In health clubs, they run classes that call themselves "aerobics".... Read More
Throughout my childhood and teenage years I watched as my... Read More
Why is it so hard to lose weight and keep... Read More
limo O'Hare Bonfield ..Water is useful when we are trying for losing weight.... Read More
More and more people are starting to recognize that they... Read More
WOW!! Here we are on lesson #10. Hasn't it been... Read More
I want to talk to you about cows and what... Read More
One pound of fat equals 3500 calories. Want to lose... Read More
1. Drink 8-10 glasses of water each dayOkay, for many... Read More
There are several ways to manage cravings. You can: ... Read More
To lose weight and keep it off you need an... Read More
I am approaching 70 years of age very quickly and... Read More
We all know that weight loss is important. We know... Read More
Some of you will not like what I have to... Read More
It's really difficult for a person to socialise if he... Read More
Hot dang! If a few hundred other folks can peddle... Read More
WHAT DOES BEING FIT REALLY MEAN?The "INSIDE-OUT" approach to fitness... Read More
The purpose of this article is not to scrutinize, vilify,... Read More
Have you ever wondered why diet books always seem to... Read More
Eating the right foods and exercising regularly have been the... Read More
Learning the jargon is part of the weight loss journey.... Read More
In this age being ignorant is like committing a crime.... Read More
Cleansing: How to Kickstart your Alkaline LifestyleDue to the highly... Read More
Your Can Turn Fat into Muscle......Fact or Fiction???Completely False!!!!First of... Read More
As a low carb dieter, you have probably been bombarded... Read More
If winter hibernation tends to pack on the pounds, take... Read More
Two basic approaches to losing weight; one approach is correct... Read More
1. Start Exercising first thing in the morning.As soon as... Read More
Weight Loss |