If I had to choose one characteristic that would guarantee success in achieving your weight-loss goals it would have to be consistency. Consistency is the key that can unlock the door to success. You see, if you consistency perform the actions that are necessary on a daily basis in order to see your goal come to fruition, you will be successful. There is no other alternative.
All you need to do is simply determine what actions need to be taken every day, make a commitment to perform those actions, and then consistently follow through by performing those ‘daily disciplines’.
I know this is easier said than done so here are some suggestions:
The first step you need to take is to determine what actions need to be taken. Now, there are literally dozens of different strategies you could employ. What you need to do is determine the strategies that you can perform easily each day and that you believe you can perform for the rest of your life.
One strategy I have personally employed is to go for a jog around my local park every day. I do two laps and take it at a leisurely pace. I don’t push myself, just enough to work up a bit of a sweat and I don’t do any more than that, just two laps. It is actually very easy and I really enjoy it.
I will admit that I have missed some days but they are the exception rather than the rule. I really look forward to my jog each day and feel great afterwards. I believe that if I pushed myself harder I would end up not enjoying the jog and would probably stop doing it altogether. Similarly, if I did more laps (which I could quite easily) again, I would probably end up not enjoying the jog as much and would be more likely to try and find excuses not to do it. The jog takes me about 15 minutes and if I did an extra lap I would probably make excuses like I don’t have time!
Why not consider going for a jog or a walk every day as well? If you have a dog, perhaps you could take them, I’m sure they would appreciate it! Remember, take it easy and enjoy yourself.
Just think for a moment. What are some of the strategies you could employ every day in order to achieve your physical goals. Think in terms of the four Lifestyle Factors: Nutrition, Supplementation, Aerobic Exercise and Resistance Exercise.
Just think how easy would it be to take XLR8 Thermogenic with your breakfast and lunch meals every day and/ or have a protein shake for your mid-morning and mid-afternoon meals every day? These are just a couple of simple strategies from the Supplementation Lifestyle Factor that can contribute to your weight-loss efforts. You can easily perform them consistently every day and by doing so will make your weight-loss virtually effortless!
Once you have determined what strategies suit your lifestyle and are able to be employed every day, make a commitment to perform them. One of the best ways to strengthen your commitment to perform these ‘daily disciplines’ is to write them all down. Write down the action you will take, be specific, and at what time you will do each one during the day. The people who are the most successful in achieving their physical goals, consistently perform the necessary action in the same way at the same time each day.
My former housemate, Warren ‘Wozza’ Manning (2 x Natural Mr Western Australia, 2 x runner-up Natural Mr Australia), used to prepare his meals for the next day every night before after dinner. It was like clockwork. At 8:00pm he would be in the kitchen weighing his food, separating it out and then cooking it. He would spend around 30 minutes every night doing this and the results spoke for themselves. Both years he was able to achieve a 1% body fat! His consistency definitely contributed to his fantastic results.
Finally, follow through and perform the ‘daily disciplines’; do the things that are necessary to get the results you want. The best way to ensure you follow through is to get clear about exactly what it is you want and why you want it. This will help you build the intrinsic motivation (the motivation from within) so you perform the ‘daily disciplines’.
If you want to lose 20 kilos, write that down. Then write down why you want to lose 20 kilos. List the benefits you will obtain by losing the weight and also the consequences of not losing the weight. Get a picture in your mind of what your life will be like in each situation.
Let’s face it, unless you are intrinsically motivated, getting up in the morning to go for a walk during winter is almost impossible unless you have very strong reasons!
Well folks, I hope you’ve found this article useful. Remember, be consistent with your actions and your weight-loss goals will be easily achieved.
Stephen is the author of ‘Look Good, Feel Great!’ for more free articles and information about his book, please visit: www.fatburningsite.com
Stephen has been in the fitness industry for over 16 years. He conducts seminars and writes articles for various magazines throughout Australia.
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