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  • 9 Reasons to stay Motivated.....

    http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/...les.asp?id=196

    1. Confidence

    How did it feel after that first jog around the block? Or when you finally walked the stairs at work without losing your breath? The more you accomplish, the more you’ll believe in yourself.

    2. Fit into that dress

    It’s been hanging up in your closet for two years now, just waiting to be thrown on for a night on the town. All it takes is for you to go that extra mile and stay on track. Before you know it, those two years will be ancient history.

    3. Make the week easier

    Ever felt like a week was taking forever? It feels like Friday, but it’s only Tuesday? This happens when you’re not working towards anything. When you have a goal in mind, you’ll want to cook that healthy dinner or go to the gym. The week will not only go faster, but be more enjoyable.

    4. Gives you purpose

    Every once in a while, we need a good reason to get out of bed. Here it is, right in front of you. Eat the healthy breakfast that’s going to jump start your day, go for your morning jog, or walk to the driveway and grab the newspaper. When you’re motivated, you have a reason to do what you do.

    5. For your kids

    And your grandkids. And their kids, too. The healthier you are, the longer you’ll be around to watch your kids grow and to spoil your grandchildren. They’ll want you to be around as long as possible; consider this just another present.

    6. Power of momentum

    It’s a scientific fact – something in motion tends to stay in motion. Momentum builds quickly and can lead to great results. Suddenly, you’re not only working for the goal, but also to keep your streak alive. Even more reason to reach your goals.

    7. The ‘wow’ effect

    Picture this: Walking into a bar, you run into someone from high school, and their eyes light up. They gasp, "Wow, you look great!" By sticking with your goals, this can happen. Watch the "wows" add up.

    8. Spread the spark

    When friends and family see how hard you’re working, they’ll wonder how they can reach their own goals. Guess who they’re going to look to for help? By staying motivated, you’ll not only help yourself, but others too.

    9. Keep gaining experience

    The more you do, the more you will learn and understand. You’ll discover which tactics work best for you and which ones don’t. It’s like weeding out the garden - not the most enjoyable job in the world, but when you’re done, all that’s left are beautiful flowers. Keeping sticking with it and soon it will be all flowers for you.
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    ps. the dress part in point number 2 .... not so much for the guys change that to a great pair of levi's.
    JIMMIE JOHNSON ~ NASCAR SPRINT CUP CHAMPION 2006-2009
    4th STRAIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

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    Re: 9 Reasons to stay Motivated.....

    What a perfect time of the year to keep these motivational tips in mind.

    Thanks Jimmie!
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    • #3
      Re: 9 Reasons to stay Motivated.....

      awesome thread

      Lady Hawke

      Attitude Changes Everything.
      Just like the butterfly, I too will awaken in my own time.
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      • #4
        Re: 9 Reasons to stay Motivated.....

        Love it! Thank you Jimmie!


        Betty
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        • #5
          Re: 9 Reasons to stay Motivated.....

          I've experienced some of these very things, well ok I have not gone up to a bar in a dress recently... So much of what you say, matter a fact all of what you say is very true. These are the added things, we can't buy elsewhere. Good ol hard work produces them... Can't use your gift-card to get em...hard work and focus bring us to these places with momentum, confidents, well being, wow!!!!
          Sooo good to remind us Jo, so good!
          74 8/1/06
          SW225/CW142/GW135 83lbs GONE!
          2 YEARS and 9MONTHS!!! I've been here
          Jess Female/51/5'3

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          • #6
            Re: 9 Reasons to stay Motivated.....

            Terrific!
            Before and after:






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            • #7
              Re: 9 Reasons to stay Motivated.....

              To me it always feel like I embrace a sense of self respect when I achieve my target weight "zone". Perhaps linking ones feeling of worth to ones weight/body image isn't perfect, but it sure is wired that way on me....

              Q
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              SW278/CW184/G185

              Current BodyFat% > 15.2

              "Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea."
              -- Robert A. Heinlein

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