Stay Motivated

Do you remember that New Year’s resolution you made about hitting the gym every day and swapping pizza for kale salads? Mine was different, mine was about how many hours I’d put doing the admin work of the business.

Let me set the scene: When you stare at your workout shoes that’s how I stare at my laptop. Wanting, hoping that motivation will strike and the blogs, workouts, billing, will all take care of itself. Let’s look at it through the lens of fitness.

The Enigma of Vanishing Motivation

Why does motivation tend to pack up and leave without any notice? And why does it seem harder to keep up with our fitness goals than negotiating a ceasefire between our kids fighting over the remote?

The truth is, motivation isn’t a constant. Like our favorite TV series, it has its cliffhangers, plot twists, and moments of “what just happened?”. So let’s explore this labyrinth of lost motivation and figure out how to navigate it.

The Frustrations of Fading Fitness Motivation

Here’s a look at some of the factors that might be siphoning off your fitness enthusiasm:

• Unrealistic Goals: If you’re aiming to run a marathon next month, and you’ve just started jogging this week, you might need to reassess.
• Lack of Variety: Ever watched the same movie every day for a month? No? Then why do the same workout routine every day?

Simple Steps to Reignite Your Workout Motivation

Here’s how we tackle the motivational slump and get back on the fitness fast track:

1. Redefine Your Goals: Make sure they are achievable and incremental. You’ll enjoy the journey more when you’re not constantly feeling overwhelmed.
2. Mix It Up: Try new activities. Ever tried underwater basket weaving? Me neither, but hey, there’s a first time for everything!

The Struggles with Sticking to a Diet

Just like with exercise, maintaining a healthy diet can be a roller coaster ride. One day you’re a salad enthusiast, and the next day, you’re an undercover cookie monster.

Here are some pain points you might resonate with:

• Feeling Deprived: Ever noticed how once you label a food as “off-limits,” it instantly becomes a thousand times more appealing?
• Monotonous Meals: Eating the same thing day in, day out can turn mealtime into a snooze fest.

Strategies for Sustaining Diet Motivation

And here’s how we can reignite our diet motivation:

1. Practice Moderation, Not Deprivation: A slice of cake won’t wreck your diet. Just remember to balance it out.
2. Try New Foods: Ever heard of dragon fruit or jackfruit? They’re as fun to eat as they sound!

Conclusion: Keeping the Motivation Flame Alive

Remember, fellow dads, motivation isn’t a marathon with a clear finish line. It’s more like a dance where sometimes you lead, sometimes you follow, and sometimes you step on a toe or two.

But here’s a parting tip to keep you going: involve your kids in your journey. Make a workout or cook a healthy meal together. Not only will you get to spend quality time together, but you’ll also get to inspire the next generation of healthy eaters and movers.

• *Let’s get back to dancing with motivation, and if we step on a few toes, that’s okay. It’s all part of the dance!

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