Despite global warming and this glorious weather we have been receiving here in Maryland, atleast while the sun is up, it is still winter… I find that this is prob the perfect time to give some tips on how to revamp your fitness life so that at the last minute this summer you aren’t scuffling to find abs under an cornucopia fat that packed its bags and decided to move in on top of your tummy and thighs. According to you.. you have been eating healthy all winter (yea I see that slice of cake thru your screen)… So here are some tips that work great, a lot of which ive used at one point or another..

1. Instead of just going to the “gym” to workout on equipment you may or may not be interested in, start with something that doesn’t require as much discipline.. Sign up for a class, anything you think you might like. ie reg fitness class, kickboxing, dance, hand dancing, water aerobics, martial arts etc.

2. Find a partner.. having one or many people to be accompany you with your fitness endeavors may be the extra boost you need. You can hold each other accountable and it gives you something to look forward to. I know when I don’t want to do something but I have a partner I have to be accountable to, my excuses go out the window, unless theres a real reason. Before or after can also be the perfect time for you all to catch up.. win/win!!

3. Set a goal, write it down and include specifics and how you plan to achieve it. Writing things down makes them more real. You also may become a little more serious abt your desires.. During the process, also keep a journal. It can help you get through your less enthusiastic days.

4. Revamp your diet. Kick your healthy eating up.. Once you do this, you may be more inclined to take it further.. put the doughnuts down!!

5. Buy some new fitness clothes. Now, this one is tricky, for all my shoppers… Don’t be so hyped to shop and when you finally put on your new gear, instead of going to do fitness you just run drive to the store.. I wouldnt propose this would happen if I didnt see it with my own eyes on numerous accounts smh.. Nevertheless, new clothes can be just the boost you need to get back out there. Show em what you working with. Lol

6. Do a workout thats comfortable for you in a place comfortable for you.. this is very important. Even if this means doing zumba fitness dvds or p90x in your house, the point is to be doing it. Sometimes we try to over exert ourselves when we arent yet comfortable with the circumstances for whatever reason. This results in us talking ourselves out of the activity. Do what works for you, you can always change up later.

Hope these few tips help… Perhaps soon I will post tips on how to maintain motivation after you have revamped your fitness life. I also have a few hiking recollection stories from this past summer and tons of other posts coming soon as well. Stay tuned!! 🙂