Monday Mailbag 10 Answered
For this week’s Monday Mailbag, I asked:
What do you do to motivate yourself?
I’ve already answered that in my Thursday Thirteen from last week, so in case you missed it…
Thirteen Ways I Motivate Myself
1. Think about summer! This doesn’t quite work right now for those of you in the northern hemisphere (or maybe it does? ‘work it off winter’?) but I know the hot weather is coming soon and I would love to fit in to a cute sundress… Not to mention swimsuits…
2. Think about activities. I’d love to go hiking, rollerblading, ice skating…and they’ll be a lot more enjoyable as the weight comes off.
3. Lose weight. Yes, that’s kind of putting the cart before the horse, but when the first couple of pounds come off, I am so motivated to keep going!
4. Reward myself. I’ve been doing well so far and I’ve rewarded myself with a nice tank top that I absolutely love and a couple new bras. Whatever works for you.
5. I think about baby J. Yes, my husband and I have already named our first child and I’m not even pregnant. But, it does make my future child more real to me and is a great source of motivation.
6. Listen to music. Music with a great beat motivates me to move like nothing else.
7. Get fun exercise videos. I just picked up beginner’s belly dancing and I’m excited to start it!
8. Make things easy. I love nothing better than something quick and easy that I can incorporate into my life to help me on my way.
9. Blogging. By having this blog and putting my feelings here, it’s a place that’s not only a sanctuary but a place that keeps me accountable and motivated
10. Look in the mirror. Get to know yourself.
11. Short term goals. Taking things one step at a time will helps a lot with not getting discouraged.
12. Celebrate the little things. You’re not just getting fit, you’re changing your life. Celebrate all the accomplishments.
13. I keep in mind that every morning is a new morning. What I did yesterday does not have to influence what I do today.
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