First of all, I want everyone to remember that it's not easy. It's a hard change to make, it takes time, so be patient. For me, exercising was the easy part, changing how I ate, was the hard part. You know, you grow up eating a certain way and it can be very hard to change that. I started slowly, though. Little by little, I incorporated salads into my lunches and dinners, I took my own lunch to school rather than eating school food, I chose a piece of fruit for a snack instead. I kept slowly adding good foods and getting rid of bad foods. If you keep it up, it will become habit for you, like it is for me. Just remember, be patient, keep trying, and don't give up!
Second, you can't make excuses! You need to be very honest with yourself throughout your change. Remember why you started and why you wanted to change. Stop telling yourself that you'll do it tomorrow, do it now.
I finally came to terms with how I felt about myself just before my senior year of high school. I was chubby and I wasn't happy with myself. My reasons for changing wasn't just to lose weight, but more importantly for me to feel happy from the inside out. I think if it had been just to lose weight, I would've eventually stopped what I was doing. My goal was more than just a number on the scale. I was doing this for myself and I hope that one day, if I have children, I can be a role model to them. I believe it is easier to change when you're not focused on vanity. It's ok to have some goals that are about vanity, but hopefully you have more goals that are bigger than that! I am here today because I didn't make excuses. It is a journey, start slow and go harder as it becomes easier.
Third, have fun! It is much more motivating to workout or to eat healthy when you find ways to have fun with it! What got me started was YouTube. I randomly found a YouTube channel called Blogilates one day. Cassey Ho, creator of blogilates, has a ton of fun pilates and cardio videos as well as healthy food recipes! Her energy and happiness is contagious and I always have fun when I'm working out along with her in her videos. I strongly recommend checking out her channel and her blog.
Her videos and blog were the main reason why I became so motivated to live a healthy lifestyle. She is inspiring to me and to many other girls around the world! I feel that I have learned a lot from her-from working out, to eating clean, to loving myself. Find something that is fun to you-it could be biking, yoga, pilates, running, or whatever-do it!
These are three reasons why I am so motivated. Learn from them. If you want to change, you need to make the effort, no one can do it for you. It will be hard, but you'll get stronger and better as time goes on. Be patient. I can't stress that enough.
You need patience in this journey and you need to stay positive. No more negative thoughts about yourself and your strength and/or the way you look. Just stop with the negativity. You won't accomplish anything otherwise. Enjoy the journey you are about to go on-in the long run, you're going to be so happy with all of your accomplishments. And I will be so happy for you! I'll be proud of all your accomplishments. So lets get started! You won't regret it!
