What Motivates You Defines You

By Terry Lane

Are you defined by your motivation to succeed in whatever you put your mind to? How about getting in shape? Would you be committed to adhere to an exercise program throughout the year or are you one of those who take the short cut with quick two week blasts? I know you have good intentions when starting out, but sometimes along the journey one's motivation may escape or get stuck on idle. If this sounds like you well to be honest you are not alone.

Sometimes life puts up road blocks. Motivation will at times be interrupted. Yet you have to start somewhere. Getting a realistic workout program is a good start. There are too many weight loss diets and plans that toot their horn and may work in a short span but keeping the weight off is another story. The right solution is a lifestyle change. One that emphasis physical fitness down at a realistic pace over time. Slow and steady wins the race. Don't get hooked on those new diet books that may make unrealistic claims. Just remember they may work for the short run but it's the marathon you want to win.

Lifestyle changes are sometimes frightful. Sailing through life as you've always done has given you pause to do something about how your body looks and feels. But you have to do it. Staying fit and healthy is now a priority. You want to look good at your daughter's wedding. You want to show off your new bathing suit. You're tired of wearing sweatpants. You start to subscribe to fitness magazines to pick up new exercises. You pay more attention to food labels at the grocery store. You start to take control of your life. Your motivated to succeed.

But what happens when you don't see the results you wanted? What are you doing wrong? Sometimes you hit a plateau and it seems you're literally swimming up stream. If that happens you need to stay focused on the big picture. Stay motivated because you'll come out of this lull and get back on track for sure. Hey we all get distracted from other things going on in our lives. Work, children, illness just to name a few. Stick to your plan and fight through the distractions and you'll come out of it okay. Maybe it's the time to try something new. If you haven't tried yoga do so. Yoga is great for meditation, breathing and stretching. Opening yourself up to yoga will improve your concentration and moods.

Setting appropriate, attainable goals is necessary for success. You might simply wish to get more physical exercise, or maybe burning more calories every workout is what you're aiming for. Staying in shape doesn't have to be an impossible task, so be clear in what it is you want to achieve and learn what motivates you. Sometimes motivation can result of a short term goal like fitting into your best friend's bridal party dress. Sounds simple enough, but that one event can set you on the path of staying motivated. A lifestyle change for better health.

So does motivation define success? Without it could you have changed the way you look and feel? All things are possible now. You have dealt with an enormous task and succeeded in your goals. You persevered and prospered all at the same time. You didn't use excuses nor did you take shortcuts. You set realistic fitness goals and made them become reality. You made lifestyle changes at a time doing so took you out of your comfort zone. Stay motivated in whatever you choose to do. You've done it now and you can do it again. - 31525

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