A checklist to get you back on track in 2012
You started the year off raring to go and then tragedy struck!
You had an extra piece of birthday cake, a few French fries, or (heaven forbid) you ate a whole pizza! Having already “blown” your diet, you couldn’t get it together the next day either.
It’s a slippery slope.
You miss one workout, and that turns into a whole week away from the gym. The momentum you began the year with has disappeared and – with February right around the corner – your gym bag hasn’t left the closet since.
The “F” in February is for Forgiveness
For every misstep on a healthy journey, you have two choices.
You can give up and give in, which puts you right back where you started (and maybe worse off). Or you can accept that your lack of perfection is normal and forgivable, and take not one, but two positive steps down the path that brings you closer to the future you want.
My advice: don’t wait for the next day, week, month or for January 1, 2013 to overhaul your habits, start TODAY!
And start small; don’t try to go from the recliner to running marathons in a week, or from burgers to brussel sprouts in an afternoon. Just do one, two, or even a handful of small things that will help you regain your momentum toward a healthier happier you.
Some suggestions from the team:
When just the thought of getting back on track is overwhelming, try one (or more) of these small steps each day.
- Try a short workout. Five minutes is better than nothing!
- Try a new recipe. Cooking healthy foods can be fun (and it never has to be bland).
- Eat a healthy breakfast. Your morning sets the stage for the rest of your day, so start it off right!
- Drink your water! Try to aim for 8 cups each day and you’ll feel the difference
- Talk to others that are dealing or have dealt with the same struggles.
- Track your food intake. No matter how it adds up, you will learn from it.
- Track your ups and downs, track your progress!
- Share your goals with someone; this can help you be more accountable.
- Exercise for ten minutes. Small intervals can add up to big progress!
- March in place, do some crunches, jump rope.
- Find a buddy! Teamwork wins! And it’s nice to have someone to keep you accountable.
- Take a walk. Don’t worry about how long or how far you go—just get out there.
- Visualize success: create a motivational collage. Include pictures of your goal and reasons why you want to get there.
- Go grocery shopping, but make a vow to buy only healthy foods this trip.
- Find your local farmer’s market! Nothing but healthy foods and helpful people there.
- Get online and check nutrition facts before you go out to eat. That way, you can make an informed choice.
- Ride your bike.
- Work in the yard. Spring’s a-poppin already here in Savannah!
- Take the stairs. Even if this is the only thing you do all day, you’ll feel stronger.
- Make a playlist of motivational songs.
- Re-start your program. Sometimes it is easier to get back on track when you have a clean slate.
- Measure your portions. It is a simple way to learn how much you are eating.
- Slow down during meals. You are less likely to overeat and more likely to enjoy your meal.
- Play! What kids call “play”, is often exercise for adults. Play a sport, a game, or take the kids (or grandkids) to the playground.
- Learn something new: research nutrition, weight loss, or exercise.
- Keep reading “Get the Skinny!” We are always here for you.
You can get back on track today!
Remember that even if you are moving slowly you are moving in the right direction!
Also remember: Ourlife is now offering FREE coaching (via phone or email) with your online purchase of OurSkinny Mini Meals.
As I have said, “Coaching provides you with a reliable support system – someone to share in the highs and to help you through the lows.”
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