Sunday, 22 January 2017

How to motivate yourself to lose weight. (learn the secrets of motivation to achieve weight loss success)

Many people believe that motivation is a magical quality that some people have and some people don't. But there are easy techniques that anyone can learn to get motivated and lose weight. By understanding how motivation works, you can assemble the building blocks you need to achieve WEIGHT LOSS success.. 


    DIFFERENT KINDS OF MOTIVATION.....
There are two kinds of motivation :Extrinsic and Intrinsic. Extrinsic motivation is the inspiration that comes from an external source, outside of you. For example, if your physician tells you that you need to lose weight, you may be externally motivated to go on diet out of fear of poor health. Many rewards are extrinsic sources. If you goon a diet in order to fit into a smaller dress size, your motivation is extrinsic. 
Intrinsic motivation,on the other hand,comesfrom within. If u exercise because of the sense of accomplishment you achieve at the end of the workout your source of motivation is intrinsic. If you choose a healthy snack because it makes you feel better about yourself, you are internally or intrinsically motivated.  
So why do different types of motivation matter? Extrinsic and intrinsic inspiration will come into play at different times during your weight loss experience. By understanding how to use both extrinsic and intrinsic forms, you equip yourself with the tools you need for weight loss success. 
Use Extrinsic Motivation To Accomplish Short Term Goals
People often begin an exercise or weight loss program for external reasons:Their clothes don't fit, their doctors have told them that they need to lose weight, family and friends have put pressure on them to slim down. 
These extrinsic factors are great for getting the ball rolling. 
When you feel outside pressure to lose weight, let it motivate you to gather information. You may not be ready to go on a diet, but you can learn more about weight loss plans and exercise programs. Find out if there are small steps you can take to improve your health before you take the plunge and commit to a full-scale weight -loss program. 
Ask your physician about how making small changes to your diet or lifestyle will affect your health. 
Extrinsic motivation can also be helpful when you need a gentle nudge to achieve short-term goals. For example, you might know that exercise is good for you, you may even know that you will feel better after you complete a workout, but on some days you might still struggle to get to the gym. On those days, promise yourself a healthy reward. Set the DVR to record your favourite show or pick up some bubble bath and reward yourself with time in the tub after the workout is complete. 





  

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