Finding Your Motivation to Lose Weight

Most people need motivation to lose weight. The motivation has to go deep. I hear superficial reasons to lose weight like, "I want to look good in a bikini" or, "I want to look good for the opposite sex." While these reasons seem like they'd be good motivators, they don't go deep enough to keep most people motivated for the long haul. Here are some tips that will keep you motivated on your weight loss journey.

Have Strong Motivators

Motivation comes from deep desire. Deep desire comes from knowing the "why" of your goal. For instance, I want to lose weight because a lot of my family members have died from obesity. I also want to lose weight because the other half of my family has died from stroke and diabetes, which are two weight-related diseases. I would classify these two reasons as strong motivators.

Set Specific Goals

It's important to set goals that are specific. Setting specific goals allows you to chart your progress. So if you've got 20 pounds to lose, you have to set a specific goal like, "I want to lose 2 pounds each week." Then write down exactly what you plan to do to make that happen.

Long Term and Short Term Goals

If you have a lot of weight to lose, you'll need to have a long term goal and some short term goals. While your long term goal will help you stay motivated, your short term goals will ensure your motivation to lose weight stays in place because they'll be more attainable. When you chart your progress, you can see whether or not you're hitting the nail on the head. You can also change direction if you're not.

Get Enthusiastic

Enthusiasm is crucial to motivation. If you approach your goal enthusiastically, you will be more likely to succeed. Just how do you get enthusiastic? First, in your mind's eye, see yourself as already having accomplished your goal. See it vividly. Really feel it. Visualize the details. If you're a woman, see yourself sliding into your favorite pair of jeans. If you're a man, see yourself surrounded by beautiful woman, lining up to flirt with you!

Buddy Up For Support

Motivation to lose weight will increase if you have a group to join or if you get a buddy to join you on your journey. A buddy or a group will lend you support when you're having a weak moment. Also, the more you encourage your buddy, the more reinforcement you'll be giving to yourself to stay on course.

If You Fall, Get Back Up

We all have set backs when trying to achieve goals. The most successful people have fallen down many times. What made them successful was their willingness to get back up instead of remaining down. If you slip on your diet and eat cupcakes, no need to continue eating. Get back on track at the very next meal. Getting back on track will keep you from sliding down a slippery path. What's your motivation to lose weight?

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