Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Smart Start to Weight Loss

Starting a weight loss regimen can be difficult. People often give up prematurely due to lack of motivation or lack of results. They might start out with the right attitude but their goals may not be realistic. And once these goals are unattained, without the proper motivation people just wave the white flag. However, there are steps to starting a weight loss regimen the smart way.

The first step is buying a journal. In this journal you will write your goals and plans. The journal will include your diet, types of physical activity completed daily and the amount of time you spent exercising. Writing these things down will help you keep track of what works for you and what doesn't.

The second step to smart fitness is keeping it simple. For your physical activity do something that you enjoy. Don't try to imitate the complicated routines that others might be doing at the gym. With time, you will create your own complex routine.

The third step is to exercise in the morning. During the evenings we usually have a lot more going on and we are more likely to skip a session or two. Furthermore, exercising too close to bed time is not advised.

The fourth step is to lighten up. Often times we place so much pressure upon ourselves. We constantly complain that we have to work out. The key is not to spend hours thinking about it. Just do it is the best motto in physical activity. And the last tip towards a smart start is to give it some time. Don't expect to lose 5 pounds during the first week. It is important to remain realistic. Certainly weight loss takes time and patience, but the end results are priceless.

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