So I have been thinking a lot of my health and my fitness and trying to figure out why I go back in forth.
I care about my body for a month or two and get in the best shape of my life and then choose to ditch the gym and healthy eating for the next two months until I finally can look at myself in the mirror without gagging.
I realized I need to write these things down so I can look back and go by my own tips when I'm getting off track
Maybe this can help you out too.
TIP #1 BEFORE YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR OUTER BODY QUICKLY FROM FAT TO FLAB YOU MUST LOOK INSIDE AND MAKE SURE YOU ARE HAPPY INSIDE
so many times Ive worked out because I felt guilty or disgusted with myself, then emotionally I would be so down about not seeing results right away I would give up and continue my bad habit of eating a whole pizza before bedtime. When I'm happy an appreciate my body then I turn to work out because it makes me feel good, not bad. This boosts my motivation and gives me a better reason to want to take on Runyon Canyon.
TIP#2 SURROUND YOURSELF WITH NO ONE WHO ISN'T AS POSITIVE, MOTIVATING, AND SELF AWARE AS YOU WANT TO BE
If I'm hanging out with a friend everyday who smokes and constantly wants to get a drink to "relax from a hard day" I'm going to be spending my time consuming alcohol and smoking which makes me feel like shit. Instead I could be using that time being outdoors in the fresh air moving my body getting those positive endorphins going. Who wants to hear about someone else venting about how horrible their family, guy situation and job is.This is subconsciously bringing you down and that not what you need while your trying to live a happy and healthy life.
TIP#3 STAY AWAY FROM FOOD THAT MAKES YOU FEEL DISGUSTING
Fast food or going out in general, just don't do it. Would it really hurt to just stop at a grocery store and actually be able to glance at a label to make sure your not going to feel guilty about probablly consuming a days worth of calories in your breakfast? Or for example, if dairy like cheese makes you feel groggy or large portions of bread, skip the guilt don't eat it or dwell on it. And don't be around people who are hoing to give you shit for making healthy choices like this, their just jealous that your taking care of yourself, so stick around positive awesome people, this takes you back to tip #2.
TIP#4 YOU DON'T NEED THAT COOKIE
lets be real you probably are just craving something in your mouth. Carry around apples, whole wheat english muffin, something and then stuff your face with that. Your hunger or cravings will subside.
TIP#5 PROTEIN PROTEIN PROTEIN
I start off with a protein shake every morning. Low carb and high protein, it keeps me full and I can't explain how important it is to start off with a healthy meal. It sets the tone for the entire day and if your still hungry have a few pieces of toast. Then you feel good through the whole day knowing you aren't feeling guilty and can eat freely through the rest of the day because you didn't eat your whole day worth of calories. This takes the stress off of planning what to eat all day.
TIP#6 EAT ONE THING AT A TIME AND WAIT AN HOUR
My problem is that I'll eat an apple while Im waiting for my eggs to cook, then Ill put on the brown rice and then wait one im done with that I notice I still need more protein and need to make some eggs.Onnnne itttemmm at a tiiiiiime. That's the hardest thing for me is once I feel like I'm starving or haven't eaten enough calories. I make up for it by eating everything I need to up to that in a 20 minute span. Usually right before bed. Eat enough through the day so you don't binge. All your hard work goes to crap which then ultimately leads to guilt. Bringing you back to problem #1.
I'll think of more later. It's funny how I have all this knowledge and knowing still in a few months I'll have to go back and refresh my mind on my own advice. I'm so bad :)
Time to hit the gym
