When it comes to getting a little fitter and eating a bit healthier our intentions are always pure.

 

But a mind-set that’s either too aggressive or unrealistic can railroad your progress sooner than you think.

 

So JB has put together three of the most common mental mistakes that I see and of course I won't just leave you hanging I’ll give you a solution for you to nibble on after each one.

 

Right are you ready? 

 

Mistake #1: "The diet and exercise start Monday"

 

hmmmm really? Why Monday? Why not today? 

 

One reason people put it off is to have one last splurge with bad food and drink, which makes the transition only more difficult. 

 

For many people the new routine entails gruelling cardio sessions and restrictive dieting and that’s not in any way enjoyable. 

 

and it’s not enjoyable, you're not going to stick with it.

 

Solution ==>> "My new lifestyle starts today".

 

Scale down the overblown commitments and start with something simple.

 

Instead of 45 minutes of cardio, just promise yourself 10 minutes of any light activity. This can be as simple as playing with the kids, taking the dog for a walk or walking on the spot while the TV is on. 

 

Your commitments will grow, but only once you've proved to yourself that you can stick to the smaller ones.

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Mistake #2: "I'm going to be perfect this time" 

 

This mindset simply screams failure. 

 

When real life happens, and things aren't so perfect, people who think this way throw in the towel fast.

 

Solution ==>> Set yourself realistic expectations. We are all perfectly imperfect. We will fall on our faces hundreds of times throughout our lives. 

 

This doesn't signal failure. If you fall off your diet or miss training, share the news with a friend who doesn't judge. 

 

Absolve yourself of the guilt and move on.