* Stay motivated - joining a fitness class or finding a gym buddy will ensure those motivation levels remain high, as well as provide social support from like minded people.
* Get outdoors - from hiking & cycling, to running & walking, who needs a gym when we're surrounded by hills, tracks & beaches? Opting for an outdoor workout will not only prevent home based distractions, but save those pennies from being wasted on an unused gym membership.
* Cleaver budgeting - healthy eating doesn't have to be expensive. Opting for unbranded products as opposed to branded, & shopping around for offers & promotions will ensure that you remain on budget, while still consuming a healthy diet. Supermarkets also have a tendency to reduce unsold items towards the end of the day, so try shopping mid evening instead of mid day for those healthy bargains.
* Use the weather to your advantage - don't be one of the 73% who admit to letting their exercise slip during the winter months. Instead, invest in some good quality water resistant clothing & use the weather to your advantage. Even simple adaptations such as pushing your bike into a head wind before cycling back will provide an awesome workout, without the stress of pushing yourself too far. A summer body is made in the winter.
* Believe in yourself - never underestimate the power of self belief. Weight loss may be hard, but its not impossible. Set small, achievable goals & take one day at a time. We all have days where we eat too much & move too little, but whats important is that you dust yourself off, & start again the following day. You are strong enough to achieve your weight loss goals.
A one hour workout is only 4% of your day. Whats your excuse?
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