We're two months into the new year, which means everyone has made new goals for themselves to accomplish.
Often times, this is when I see people doing an “all or nothing”
approach to fitness and their health. I see many people
trying every fad there is and getting so wrapped up in it and obsessed, that
they forget to have balance in their life.
While I truly encourage everyone to jump on the health wagon and start
to live a healthier lifestyle, I don’t encourage taking an all or nothing
approach. You shouldn't be stressing about missing a workout or analyze every piece of food that goes into your mouth. The process takes time. Start small by making small steps like making
a goal of exercising 3 times a week (if you haven’t been exercising) and start
to eliminate not so good food from your pantry every week. Try picking 1 item a week to replace with a
healthier option. Also, still allow
yourself some special treats. We’re human.
We enjoy junk food, so we shouldn’t deprive ourselves completely. You need to find your balance, and what works
best for you. Some people may be able to
have treats throughout the week and not have it affect their weight etc, while
others may not be able to. You have to
find what makes you feel good inside and out.
I personally eat extremely healthy throughout the week and save my
weekends for not so healthy stuff and adult beverages. However, I still find a balance with that as
well. I’ll try to pick better “not so
good” options on the weekends (like making my own pizza instead of take
out). And chances are when you start off small and start an exercise routine and start eating healthier, you'll soon realize how good you feel, which will help keep you on track!
You'll have days that are harder than others. Days where you just want to give up or don't feel like making healthy choices or cotinue on your new journey. So just remember that YOU are in control of you. You have the opportunity to make the best out of every sitattion you are given. it's amazing what a little change in thought can really do!
So I encourage you all to not
feel guilty if you miss a day at the gym, or eat one more cookie than you had
planned. Find what works for you and
remember that life is for enjoying!
