10 Tips to Stay on the Health Track - Blitz Barz

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10 Tips to Stay on the Health Track | Blitz Barz

Have you recently adopted a healthy lifestyle? Have you done so in the past but not kept up with it? Do you hope things will be different this time? If you would like to lead a healthy lifestyle, whether you're a first timer or have made multiple attempts in the past,

Follow these steps to help keep you on track!

1. Don't start your fitness endeavors with unattainable goals. If you've never been a runner but you would like to start, begin with a time or a distance you can complete. A marathon may be a good long term goal, but not practical when starting a new fitness regimen, start with jogging in intervals you can complete or enlist the help of an app like C25K. This rule can be applied to any fitness goal.

2. Tell your friends and family of your new goals. Let them know your plans so they can help you achieve your goals. When you share with others, it helps keep you accountable and who knows, you may inspire others!

3. Find a workout partner. Again, this tactic can help keep you accountable. Also, having a workout buddy can provide variety and helps pass time if you enjoy talking with somebody or need motivation to get in that last rep or go an extra mile.

4. Use the scale to track progress if numbers motivate you, but don't forget to check the mirror. Often times, we experience changes in body composition such as fat loss and increased muscle mass that is NOT reflected by a number on the scale. It may take a few weeks for you to see change because you see yourself daily, but take progress pictures and check in weekly with yourself.

5. Choose a non-food reward for every goal achieved. Perhaps you'll be motivated by the promise of new gym clothes, or even better, a new outfit you can sport to show off your progress. If you want a food related reward, choose something that fits into your meal plan that you may not make for yourself at home such as a salmon steak with fresh vegetables and a cauliflower purĂŠe. Or, incorporate a healthy snack pre or post workout. A favorite of mine is a chocolate, peanut butter, and banana protein shake- delicious after a good weight session in the gym!

6. Have some healthy, go-to snacks for when you're in a pinch or having a particular craving.

Do you like sweets? Have a vanilla or chocolate protein shake or bar. They offer more health benefits than a candy bar and can satiate you until your next meal time. If it's something salty you want, have a handful of almonds or peanuts, the healthy fat will fill you up and add some flavor to your day.

7. Avoid temptation and plan ahead. If you know you will be in an environment surrounded by food, fill up on some healthy stuff before you go or better yet, bring something to share.

This is especially important around the holidays when there are so many food related dinners and gatherings.

8. Plan for a weekly cheat meal. Incorporate plans such as events with friends, work gatherings, and holiday outings for your meal out. Also, when possible, get in a good workout or some extra physical activity that day and put those extra calories to use.

9. You've heard it before: "If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!" (Famous words spoken by Benjamin Franklin). Take time out of each week to make a grocery list, buy and make healthy foods, and set aside time for physical activity. Having healthy meals prepared and on hand is much better than buying fast food or hitting up the vending machine when you're hungry!

10. Lastly, if you fall of the wagon, get back on next meal time. Don't wait until tomorrow or "Monday." We are all human and live in the land of plenty. Food temptations are everywhere, but stick to your goals. Explain to others that you want to improve your health and well being if you need, and enjoy your favorite foods in moderation.

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