Whatever you goals - if you’re trying to lose weight, build muscle or improve your general fitness keeping motivated is not always simple. Personal Trainer Maria Winson from Train with Maria based in Hendon and Burnt Oak (Barnet, North London) has put together their top tips to help keep you focused and pushing towards your fitness goals!
1. What is your 'why'?
Think back to the reasons of why you started. Think of the reasons why you're doing what you're doing and the reward of accomplishing the goals you have in mind. It could be a resolution or a promise to someone else, but work through the difficulty and keep your chin up. Be patient and good things will come your way.
2. Speak Kindly to yourself!
Remain positive and optimistic with the language you use when talking to yourself. Don't put yourself down or beat yourself up for missing a session. Accept it and move on - tomorrow is a fresh start! This is essential to achieving a goal and often gets overlooked.
Positivity is the road to success.
3. Stay Focused
Keep focused on the goal ahead. Although it may be easier said than done staying focused is crucial to success; always keep this in mind no matter what you're doing.
Lacking motivation? Why not contact Train with Maria to arrange a FREE no obligation Personal Training taster session to help get you back on track! I’m currently offering these sessions in Hendon, Burnt Oak, Colindale, Golders Green and surrounding areas.
4. Blast those Bangers!
Music, Music, Music. Stick your favourite tunes on and let the magic happen. Music can help boost your energy during a workout and leave you feeling pumped and ready to go!
5. Don't listen to others opinions
People expect you to fail at accomplishing your goals. It's not necessarily because they don’t believe in you it’s just because it's so common, the majority of individuals will start something then fall short of their goal. Let that be your fuel to continue going and marching forward. Be the exception and prove people wrong!
6. Learn From other gym-goers!
Do you see all those people at the gym who look in shape and are fit, even though they may have kids or a dedicated job? Go ask them for advice, they've probably been through all your current struggles before. Why not go to a Personal Trainer like Train with Maria - ask for a advice and book in a taster session too!
7. You can't out-train a poor diet
Getting into shape and burning fat are complimentary of each other; you almost can't have one with out the other. Combining exercise with a proper diet is a sure-fire way to lose all that weight you've packed on throughout the years.
It's simple, Eating Well and Training Mindfully = Success!
8. Get those ZZzzzzzzzz....
Sleep is ESSENTIAL to your recovery and maintaining your energy levels. Your body is going to be going through a lot of stress and burning loads of energy to create the new you you're striving so much for, so make sure to get deep, restful sleep.
9. Accountability Buddy!
Get yourself a gym buddy so you have someone to answer to when you skip a workout and you’ll be more likely to succeed in the long-term. You don't have to do it alone! This is another reason why personal training can be beneficial.
10. Think of the bright future ahead!
It takes time, dedication and hard work. But whatever you're striving for you will get to. Picture that perfect self you're striving to earn and let it further your progress.
Staying motivated can be tough, but don't worry; lots of others have the same problem. You just need to push yourself outside of that comfort zone and move forward. Forget overnight fixes, think of the long-term healthy habits you're creating!
With all these tips and a great attitude, you'll achieve all you set out to do. Feel free to contact me at Train with Maria for more advice and personal training tips to help give your motivation a boost!
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