1 Minute Motivation.
8 Comments June 23, 2009 / Posted in UncategorizedSome celebs have the luxury of having a personal trainer with them at all times.. but I’m not one of those trainers. I enjoy working with multiple clients and though I used to be one to go “on location” all of the time, I just haven’t been doing that recently. And so I need to apply some other ‘lil tricks to ensure my clients success because I’m not with them 24/7.
One of my strong suits is my ability to keep motivation high! I do this thru a number of methods, but I thought I’d share a few quick ones today that I think you can apply starting immediately.. so take a look and let me know what you think!
1. Set a deadline. Few things will get you more committed than a deadline. Knowing that you’ll be in a bathing suit on the beach or walking down the aisle in 6 weeks will keep you committed to your program. Even if you don’t have a special occasion, create a self-imposed deadline, then circle that day on your calendar and start counting down!
2. Take a photo. Take a picture on day 1 of your program. While you follow the program, use it as a reminder and motivation. At the end of your program, take your “after” photo. You will see the difference and feel proud of what you accomplished! Danielly did in the photo above and just look at what she accomplished! Amazing!
3. Visualize your end result. Picture yourself winning the race, looking down at the scale to see a lower number, or fitting into your skinny jeans. Imagine how great you’ll look in your bikini when summer time comes around. Visualization makes any of your goals more tangible and seems to speed up results.
4. Go Shopping. Few things make me want to hit the gym more than a new workout outfit. I don’t know what it is about new clothes (or shoes!) that get me fired up to workout, but it’s a great reason to go shopping.
5. Assess yourself. You’ve got to know where you’re at before you can decide where to go. On day 1 of the program, take your measurements and weight and write them down. Take them again every 2 weeks so you can monitor your progress. If you’re not where you want to be, you may need to ask yourself how committed you’ve been. The point of this is not to judge yourself or criticize your body, but simply to have a clear picture of where you are. You will be happy you did when you can look back and see the progress you’ve made. My I Want My Bikini Program comes with a complete Bikini Body Blueprinting Kit, that details exactly what I do with my clients
Have any motivational tips or you tricks you use that you’d like to share? Leave your comments below!
This is exactly true, I have heard it many times, without a plan, you PLAN to Fail..
I learned to set little goals that have quick dead lines.. and then slightly bigger goals for further ahead.. Sometimes we don’t always make the goal at that time.. but at least we have daily reminders and find ourself working towards the good.
Thanks Val
I love the SLIDE
Joyce E Stanley
Val - until I made a plan, wrote it down and visualized it every single day, I was treading water - getting no where fast! These are the key elements to my success on your program. Thanks for making it so easy to grasp! The program is phenomenal and changing my life.
hey Val,
the love the latest blog, just to let you know,business has been booming in manchester(uk). and i’m getting my name around ,using your sliders, with my vibrogym plate it great.
Hi Val,
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Thanks for the motivation Val. The before and after pic is amazing! Also I have just started doing some visualization to help me get to where I want to be.
Great tips Val!
I think having some kind of deadline and a goal to work towards really helps, otherwise I find that I’m working out aimlessly with no real way to measure progress.
I’m so glad someone is finally making the connection between visualization and motivation and fitness goals. I have been a Law of Attraction Coach for a long time and I have always thought fitness and body goals were as important for law of attraction and visualization as other goals are like making money etc.
Thank you for realizing how important our mindset is to EVERY goal we have!
Keep up the GREAT work!
Kristen
Thanks Val! Those are great tips and they are all true. The before and after pics are so important. The visualization is also another important aspect. I’ve started using them and I’ll tell you it’s made a big difference. I also very highly recommend the I Want My Bikini Body to everyone! It’s such a great and fun program. Keep surfing Val!! Thanks.