6. Unwritten Goals
If you don't write down your goals, they can easily get lost in your thoughts, as you tend to focus on work, family and daily tasks. The key is to keep your fitness goals fresh in your mind so you'll be more likely to stick to your workout plan and make it a priority. Write down three fitness goals you want to accomplish in the next three to six months and post them in a place where you'll see them every day.
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7. Temptation
Don't rely on your willpower—if you find potato chips or cookies irresistible, don't keep them around. Don't waste mental energy trying to stay "strong"—remove temptation from your home and office.
8. Inconvenience/Difficulty
If the best health club in town is an inconvenient 60-minute drive away, it won't do you much good to apply for a membership. Instead, look for ways to make things easy.
Find a nearby gym that fits your needs. Pack your gear and healthy snacks the night before a workout. Make fitness appointments with friends or family members so you can have a network of workout pals to keep you motivated.
9. Obligation
If you view your fitness as something that's obligatory, it's difficult to move beyond a minimal level of success. You shouldn't view fitness as a chore.
Many athletes keep a certain level of fitness so they're able have fun at any given moment. Think about all the things you're able to enjoy because you're fit—going for a hike, playing tennis, participating in a fun race—things that inactive people aren't able to do at the drop of a hat. Being fit not only allows you to look and feel healthy, but it also opens the door to more opportunities for fun.
10. Perfection
Athletes who see the world in terms of success or failure have a hard time dealing with inevitable fitness bumps in the road. We can all strive for excellence, but no one's perfect. When your fitness is derailed, it's merely a temporary set-back—look forward to your next workout and get back on track.
What's holding you back?
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