Motivating for Fitness

Fear, guilt, and shame do not motivate people to loose weight. The fear of heart failure, diabetes, or death will not help people loose weight. The guilt of eating too much, and the shame felt when binging will not help people adopt a healthier lifestyle.

People need to learn how to live a healthier lifestyle. Ask any life coach, a lifestyle change is born in confidence and a desire to reach a goal. People who want to loose weight can tip the balance in their favor. There are some easy ways to do this.

The first step is to drink a bottle of water before eating. It doesn't matter whether you are going to eat a meal, or a snack. Drink a bottle of water first. And, keep a bottle of water at your side. Many people eat for the same emotional reasons that others smoke. Water can replace the need without hurting your health.

One great way to tip the balance toward a healthy lifestyle is to start a journal. Keep track of what you eat, but also keep track of how you are feeling when eating. However, this is not a 'kick in the gut' type exercise. Write good things. Write down your goals and dreams. Write down the reasons why you want to loose weight.

Some journals reveal that over eating is the result of emotions and stress. Some people eat when in pain. If this is you, learn to translate your pain signals and food signals separately. Is your body asking for a salad or a Tylenol?