Watch out, here comes another cliche:
Motivation is one of the keys to success.
Maybe it's cliche because its true - whatever. Without motivation we would never get anything done. In the past, my motivation (in regards to fitness) was very basic: to get stronger and leaner. Most definitely vanity based- and there is nothing wrong with that. Now my motivation is dictated by another more important driving force. While there is still a vanity component, my main motivation is my kids. I plan on being around a while. I want be sure to see them graduate high school (or get paroled, which ever comes first) get married and have kids.
So what motivates you?
Just recently I had a client come to me in his mid forties, with a very successful career and a few kids. He is in the entertainment biz, and as such has spent a few decades drinking and smoking and living the "rock star" life. Sounds great, but it is a lifestyle for the young, and certainly not for parents (apparently Britney's judge feels similarly). He is now ready to begin his new life, with new health. His motivation, like mine, is his kids. (Just so we are clear, his motivation is his kids, my motivation is my kids. Clear?)
Another recent client just knew she would not bring in her food journals (a requirement for new clients). She said showing up for workouts would not be a problem, but historically when she has had to keep a food journal she has not followed through. So I came up with a plan to keep her motivated. I said bring me an envelope with $100 in tens. Each time she brings in her journal in, I'll give her back $10. If she "forgets" her journal I keep the $10. Her motivation was not the money, she just does not like to lose. So far I have only made $10. 90% compliance is awesome.
So I'll ask again: What motivates you? Maybe it is fitting into those amazing looking jeans. Maybe it is looking great at your work holiday party. Maybe it is looking amazing to piss off your ex. For some people it is the simple fact that they have paid me a decent sum of money to train. Financial obligation is a perfectly acceptable motivation. It doesn't matter what it is, and there is no motivation too shallow in my book. What is important is that you have some form of motivation, and that you are aware of what works for you and what doesn't.
Need help finding your motivation? Let me know, I can help.
Joshua Carter
The Body Transformation Expert
Carter Fitness
http://carterfitness.com/
818-337-6175
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