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How's this for an opening line? Lose those extra pounds and be a hot mama now! All those fad
diets and weight loss programs fail to fill you in on the most important part of losing that weight:
mental preparedness—something you can apply to all aspects of your life.
Losing weight is a lifestyle change—one that you must really want. Those unwanted pounds will
never come off and stay off unless you are ready. Losing weight is not only about dieting and working
out—that’s why most people quit the gym within 30 days of joining. In order to really get the body you want, you must change the way you look at food, health, fitness and your overall lifestyle. Once you are mentally ready, you can commit your body to the weight loss it needs.
Believe in Your Goals
You have to believe in your goal. Whatever it may be—losing five pounds, fitting into your designer jeans, looking hot at your next event or dropping 5 percent body fat. If you do not believe, you will not succeed. First, clear your mind—this is a big deal. Cast aside your previous weight loss attempts. Forget what you think you know about weight loss and don't cast aspersions about how successful (or not) you will be this time. You have to be 100 percent sure that this time you will be successful.
Write Down Your Goals
This task will help you focus. Post them where you will see them the most: on your computer, in your car or perhaps on the refrigerator. You have to see these goals each day to stay focused—out of sight is out of mind. Each week, add a new goal. Have a goal sheet with different sections, including mental, cardio, weight training, water, supplements and food goal sections. Be as detailed as possible: drink 100 ounces of water today; do 30 minutes of cardio five times this week. By the way, losing weight the right way and keeping it off takes all the aforementioned categories. Every week, redo your goals based on what works for you that week. Make your goals aggressive but attainable.
| Mental Goals | Each weekend, take a yoga class to revitalize and rejuvenate your mental status and focus. Being a mom is hard work and this is the perfect way to clear your mind. |  |
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| Cardio Goals | These goals will depend on your level of fitness. If you are a true beginner, begin with walking five to six times a week for 30 to 45 minutes. Do classes, runs or bike riding. Find a group of friends with whom you can do these activities—there's mental toughness in numbers. | ||
| Weight Training Goals | You should be weight training three times a week. In the beginning, do pushups, sit-ups and squats around your house to begin. You can also work with a trainer or take a weight training class. Each week, try something new. | ||
| Water Goals | Water is essential to your weight loss and daily life. Each week, focus on something new— carrying a water bottle with you at all times, increasing your intake, etc. Like I have said many times before in my TFG articles, you should be drinking 90 ounces of water a day. | ||
| Nutrition Goals | Your nutrition goals are crucial to your success as well. You must clear out the pantry and refrigerator of junk. You should also make your meals and snacks ahead of time. It's best to eat five to six small meals a day. |
Set Realistic Goals
Don't overwhelm yourself by setting unrealistic goals. For example, if you drink four sodas a day, don’t think all of a sudden you'll be able to stop cold turkey. For the first three days, drink two sodas and then slowly wean yourself off by replacing the soda with water. Then make next week's goal to drink only water (you're supposed to drink 90 ounces a day). If your goals are too demanding, you will most likely fail. It's very important to be honest with yourself.
Get Support for Your Goals
You must have a positive support group—that means hubby can’t come home at 8 p.m. from work and order a pizza. Everyone in your life must be on board for this positive lifestyle change. A good support system can make all the difference in helping to bolster your state of mind, intentions and actions.
Keep a Journal of Your Goals
Journaling will help you take responsibility for your actions. Write down everything you eat and how each meal made you feel. Write down what exercise you did and how it made you feel. You should also write down things you like about yourself and things you want to change. If you see an article or a picture that motivates you, staple or tape it into your journal. Use it to house inspirational quotes and other thoughts that will keep you mentally tough. No one else should read your journal—it's a tool for your eyes only. And remember, this is the place to be brutally honest. If you lie to your journal, then you will be cheating yourself out of a fair chance at success.
It's best to have a fitness professional help guide you toward meeting your goals. If someone holds you accountable, there is a greater chance of success. I am available to work with anyone via e-mail, on the phone and in person. You can also designate a good friend or your husband to be your anchor.
If you follow these tips, you will be successful and reach your ultimate goal of being one super-sexy mama who feels good about herself inside and out.
For more information on the LS-Fitness and Ultrafit Nutrition Program, or Mommy-Moves! Fitness Stroller classes, contact Lori Sawyer at 732-539-7711, lori@mommy-moves.com or visit the website at www.mommy-moves.com. I want you to succeed. Become a mother in love with fitness.
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