For years I tried to eat healthy, to be healthy and to be in shape and feel great, but I just couldn’t seem to nail it and sustain it.
Here are my top tips that helped me get started on the road that got me to my goals:
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Get a trainer who is in shape and keeps in great shape – in fact, is someone who keeps on improving – they know what they are doing.! If you had a broken car would you go to see a reputable mechanic or your beauty therapist?
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People who are in shape don’t diet. Getting in shape comes down to having healthy habits. Find someone who can help you create a healthy lifestyle. You can still expect to eat plenty of food, not feel deprived and enjoy the foods you love and get in shape, in fact it’s the only way to permanent success. Find someone who can show you how.
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Give up most of your cardio training for resistance training. 2-3 sessions of lifting heavy a week (with good technique) will make you leaner, sexier and curvier than any other type of training.
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Surround yourself with like-minded people. Hang out with people with the same goals, it’s inspirational, motivating and catching.
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Don’t expect to be perfect. Expect to struggle sometimes, expect to make lots of mistakes and don’t quit when you make them. Just do your best and strive for continual improvement, and never give up.
Success is the sum of lots of small steps.
And, success always leaves clues.
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