I think one of the most difficult things with fitness is staying motivated. I get super discouraged when I don’t see results quickly. I am always trying new strategies, changing things up, looking for alternatives but can easily get discouraged. The key is to never quit. Don’t give up. During the holiday season it is extremely easy to throw in the towel, lose focus and give in to all the temptations around us, primarily with food. We need to dig deep for discipline during this time of year and I can assure you that you won’t regret it. For me, I have tried really hard to find a balance, and I don’t quite have it down yet, but I am working on it. Being disciplined 80% of the time pretty hard core and then allowing more freedom for parties, family nights etc for me to enjoy myself!
Not completely sure about what I am trying to share here today except that, if you don’t quit you will eventually see the results and fruit of your hard work. My goal is not to look like a super model or even lose a ton of weight, but to be comfortable in my own skin and ultimately healthy! I have been running more at the gym which I always feel great doing! I still take spin and incorporate weight lifting. My goal over the next few weeks is to increase my water intake. I managed over Thanksgiving week, to go to the gym 5 times. This made a huge difference on how my body felt after so much food. I had made up my mind earlier in the week that no matter what, I would keep moving. Movement is so important as well as not going overboard on the carbs (at least for me).
My encouragement for you today is to stay at it. No matter what your circumstances feel like and look like, don’t quit. When you least expect it you will see change. More important than anything is health and how you feel overall. Work toward becoming a better you, not becoming like anyone else. Hard work produces results. We got this!!!
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Comments ( 49 )
Sam @ the Haunted Housewife
Yes girl! ive beeN back at It again with eating right, which is always tougher this time Of year. We can do it. You look great, though! Working out makes us feel great too 🙂
dANIELLE
Totally needed this motivation! It can be so hard this time of year.
xx, Danielle | Pineapple & Prosecco
Melissa Chee
Cute outfit!!! 🙂 Way to go
Ashley Zeal
You look amaze and I love this outfit!
Brittany
You are killing it! Its so true that you just gotta stick to it and it makes yoU feel so much better when you do! I definItely need to get back at it and into a routine.
amber
Cute shoes. It is soooo hard to stay motivated this time of year. it is just so busy and we eat so much junk. i didnt go to the gym at all last week! Good for you for making the time to still hit the gym!
Victoria
Yessssss! i’ve always said that i’m going to work out, but i get discouraged when it takes longer than a month to see results. i have a love-hate relationship with exercise, so i think that’s part of my problem, too. i think i just need to find a fitness plan or exercise that i absolutely love and stick at it! i love the endorphins afterwards, but it’s the actually ‘doing it’ part is what i struggle with!
Sam | Away She Went
I’m so bad about exercising regularly! I really need to get on it though. I’d love to lose a few pounds, but I also want to focus on being healthier. Thanks for the inspiration!
Jolene
One way i get myself To stay committed is to make plans to go work out with a friend. THat way, i cant back out last minute because i Know my work out buDdy is gonna show up!
Shira
Something that helps me with working out is remembering my intentions. I do it because it’s one of the biggest predictors of longer life that has nothing to do with what it says on the scale. Exercise is amazing for my body and mind and I feel better about it when I don’t worry about a weight goal.
LuxMommy
Yes girl, love this post. You are looking amazing!
Ashley DTKAustin
You look absolutely amazing! I seriously loved this post! I need to get back into a good work out routine. Its been so hard since my shoulder surgery but I really need to start doign something. ugh.
kelly torrez
The holiday season always gets me when it comes to fitness (I actually passed up my run today). The cold weather and darker evenings just never work out!
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Marissa | Marissa’s Teachable Moments
I NEEDED This motivation this morning. “When you least expect it, you’ll see change. ” ill definitely keep that in mind.
Shelby Back
yes to all of this! feeling healthy & confident is the most important to me too 🙂 You look amazing & you go girl for getting to the gym 5 times last week!
xo!
Shelby
Annie
You look great! I love this workout set!
Rachel
Love your cute outfit! Looks great!
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Nancy
Thank you. I needed this today!
Nancy @ NY Foodie Family
5 times to the gym in one week is amazing! I also need to up my water intake and just keep moving. Thanks for the motivation.
Autum Love
New workout clothes always motivate me!!!
Holly
I love this look. I’ve never been someone who’s been super into fitness, as I too get disappointed when I don’t see immediate results. However, I’m trying to get back into now! Also, you look fab! xx
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Lauryn Hock
That outfit definitely looks like something I would want to workout in! Love the color as well!
Christine
I totally agree with you! Its so important to keep moving. Even if you have a bad day your start again the next day. Good for you that you Kept Up with exercise during thanksgiving.
Ayanna
Staying at it is so important, especially during the holidays. I love your view on fitness because I have a similar view. After having three kids, including a set of twins, I am slowly starting to love the body I have. While also accepting that I will never have my pre-pregnancies body and that’s okay.
Christina
You look so fab in this workout look lady!
Morgan klein
Such cute workout gear. Now i want to go to the gym just so i can wear a cute outfit like this!
Jalisa
Finding the the desire tk workout can be togh, especially as a mom when youre always so busy, but it’s so important! I love your outfit, so cute for working out! Thanks for sharing, beauty!
Xo,
JalIsa
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Laura Leigh
Definitely agree stayign motivated is the hardest part. As soon as I see a little result though, i am hooked!!! Thanks for sharing this lady.
xo Laura Leigh
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Willow
I can’t wait until I can workout again. I broke my ankle and am healing. I did some leg lifts with my other leg the other day and I went to the park to wheel myself around to get an arm workout, but it’s not the same as my usual routine. Oh well, I will appreciate it so much more when I can do it again!
Ashley
new workout clothes always motivate me to get back into the gym! Such a cute set!
Hannah
Love the outfit! I love having a partner to workout With to Keep me accounta and less likely to cancel!
Steph
I am loving the colors in this cute workout gear! I have slacked in the gym department lately and I need to get back asap.
xo,
Steph
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Lauren Sheriff
Love this motivation! I have the most difficult time eating healthy and working out! It’s a daily motivation for me to stick to a routine!
Lauren
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sami summers
Yes! You have to stick with it! I am the same exact way so I constantly have to change up my routine or meals to keep it spicy. I will mention that I have never looked as good as you do in your workout apparel. Best of luck in slaying all of your fitness goals!
april
I’m right there with you. I tend to get discourages when i don’t see results after a week. keep at it lady!
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Ana Ro
I just loved your post. The outfit is great and the color suits you very well. But the best is your fitness goal – i wished we had more girls wanting exactly that – be healthy and happy, and not just loose a ton of weight or start beating world records. It was a pleasure to read!
layersofchic
looking good girl, love the two-piece set!
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Morgan
I get frustrated without instant gratification as well .. but keep at it girl!
-Morgan
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Krista
You look so amazing girl. sooo proud of you!
xoxo
Krista
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angelle Marix
GIrl, I lose focus a lot!! I need to get back to taking care of my body. My excuse is that I still fit in my clothes!! HA!! Thanks for the encouragement!! You look amazingggggg.
xoxo,
Angelle
http://www.dashingdarlin.com
monika
its’ a great post, you are so right about being consistent is the key to work out, loved your work out outfit. ( sorry for the Caps Lock, it’s not allowing me to write in smaller )
monika
its’ a great post, you are so right about being consistent is the key to work out, loved your work out outfit.
Roshunda Russell
Thank you very much for the encouragement. the outfit is super cute.
Debbie Savage
Love this entire look! I agree with you – sticking with your program is so important! habits matter!
Kylie
Obsessed with this cute outfit! Allll the motivation I need to go workout! XO
maggie
I completely agree– consistency is the key, it does not matter what you do as long as you stick to it!
Nina
You have the cutest workout look! Love!
Xo, Nina
Law of Fashion Blog
amixofmin
GORG! I love this look
Xo Mindy amixofmin.com
Jessica
Loving those leggings! Just got bAck into working out again and need pretty workout clothes!