One of the most important things to do when you decide to start out on the path to fitness over 40 and changing your life is commitment. You must commit to becoming a new you. If you don't, your old habits will take over. Remember, you have been the old you for a long, long time. It won't be easy to break those habits.
Commitment is key to a successful weight loss and fitness plan. I have written an article on "Commitment To The Plan" and want everyone to read it. Consider it required reading for Fitness Over 40. Here it is :
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The weight loss journey can be long and hard and it can be harder when you are talking about fitness over 40. So you need a plan to help you succeed. Statistics will show you that every successful weight loss plan will include a good nutrition plan and a dedicated exercise plan. It sounds pretty simple, but if you just use those two elements weight loss will always seem to be just around the corner. Fortunately, I've found that there is more to it and what you need to add. Adding commitment to your plan is the underlying key to success. All of these things can be found in a good program, such as "Fit Over Forty" by Jon Benson.
Fitness over 40 is attainable with a solid plan and commitment to it. It's a mind set, a life changing choice, and you will need motivation to change. It can be found in the Fit Over Forty program. Besides a great fitness plan you will also get motivation from people who have done amazing things. I know that one of the best ways to stay committed is to hear about great results from other people. People that you can relate to and gain confidence from by hearing and seeing that their own commitment paid off in amazing results. Now that you have a plan to start on your road to weight loss you first must pick your key elements and then a program to build around them.
Your diet and commitment to it is very important. If you are a woman over 40 you probably lead a busy life. So, start with exploring different diet and food choice options that will fit into your busy lifestyle and budget. Your diet must be able to accommodate you when you are out having fun and be easy to follow so that it is flexible enough for everyday. If you are the type of person that does not like salads, for example, then you must find a plan that does not include salad. Don't include items you don't really like and add more items you do to your diet plan. Eating what you enjoy will make it easier for you to stick to it.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Fitness Over 40 Means Commitment to the Plan
Monday, January 28, 2008
Being Fit Over Forty
Being Fit Over Forty is not easy not do on your own. And for a lot of people, including myself, friends and family try to help, but just don't get it. You know how it goes, you tell some friends and family and the next thing you know they are watching everything you eat and giving you funny looks when you eat something 'good'. I can't stand it, so I keep it to myself. That makes it harder, so you need someone to turn to.
Well, that is what I am here for. Tell me, Allison Holt, what you are working towards. Let me know how you are doing and ask me the questions and get the support you need. I can't see you and won't give you any guilt. I will just be here to help, no questions. Just support, more support and some motivation thrown in because we all need it.
So, get started, sign up for my newsletter and follow my blog to fitness and weight loss. Have any questions? Let me know what they are and I will answer them on the blog.
Bye for now,
Allison Holt
Fit Over 40