Hey, I know you guys love the motivation and as you know I’m all about motivation so I wanted to share this with you for
next time you’re at a cross roads when it comes to working out, to work out or not to…
...that is the question!
Do you often find when you are feeling low or tired it’s always your fitness plan that gets thrown to one side?
It’s never a shopping trip or a special date with your sofa and the TV!
Why is that?
Because it’s an instant and easy choice, great in the moment but a
poor decision in the long term when trying to gain a
sexy flat stomach.
You know that once you get started with your workout you’ll start to feel better, energized almost
immediately and once you’ve finished
you’ll feel on top of the world, ready to take on anything life has to throw at you.
You want to make the right choices when faced with this kind of decision.
Here’s my sure fire plan that you should start to follow from
today.
I guarantee it works and
I want you to achieve your goals as much as you do.
Stick with me and we’ll have you interval training down the right path in no time…
1. Set realistic goals – Daily, weekly and MonthlyWrite down which days you are going to work out, at what time and exactly which type of workout you are going to do.
What do you want to have achieved at the end of each week. Lost 2 pounds? Worked out 3 times? Or perhaps added an extra set to your workout?
For your monthly goals, achieved all of your weekly goals? Lost 7 pounds? Fitted into your tank top for the summer?
Having clear achievable goals will motivate you to continue.
2. Reward YourselfThis is one of my favourites and something that I have always done right from the beginning of my own personal weight loss journey.
Each time you achieve a weekly and monthly goal,
reward yourself with a healthy treat.
A manicure, a massage, a new pair of shoes.
Bonus, they don’t contain any fat!Make the rewards something that will make you feel special. Write these down next to your weekly and monthly goals.
3. Short WorkoutsYou don’t want to be working out for hours at a time. Resistance based circuits that target your entire body and only take 30 minutes are the way to go.
Before you know it, the workout is finished, which is far more motivating than thinking I’ve still got another hour to go!
This is also the case for long boring cardio sessions. Focus on interval training that is proven to give you faster results and can take between 10 – 15 minutes. Also, it's the best way to ensure you blast away the stomach fat and let your
sexy flat stomach show through.
Try doing 30 seconds of fast running or if you are a beginner 30 seconds of power walking followed by 1 minute of recovery (slow walk). Repeat this 10 times and if you are a beginner 6 times.
4. Variety is the Spice of LifeThis is the key to your success. Always mix up your workouts every four weeks, not only will this constantly challenge your body but it will stop you hitting a plateau, keeping your workout energy packed and enjoyable.
I like to throw in a couple of yoga classes each week, mountain biking and hiking in addition to my interval training and resistance based circuits.
Not only is it great for all round fitness but it keeps things fresh.
5. AccountabilityThis means that you won’t be following your health and fitness journey alone. Having a workout buddy is a great way to stay on track.
When you have a day where you just can’t be bothered, it’s much harder to know that you are letting down your workout buddy far more than just skipping your workout.
Always remember that leading a healthy lifestyle,
must be fun and enjoyable. As you want to continue with it for the rest of your life, not just a couple of months.
As my motto goes, fitness doesn’t have to take over your life, it just has to be a part of it.
Stay fit, keep focused and feel fabulous!Steph.
Author of
The Flat Stomach Solution
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