Believe it or not there actually are defined stages of change. They are
- Precontemplation: “I can’t” or “I won’t” If you are in this stage and want to move on, try separating the real barriers from the excuses. This will give you clarity and help you to move on.
- Contemplation: “I may” If you find yourself saying this phrase, try to decide WHY you are thinking you might be ready. Having
- Preparation: I will
- Action: I am
- Maintenance: I still am
I’ll be honest with you, although I find it comforting to have definitions and vocabulary to help me communicate my experience. It makes me feel smart. The truth was that the process of change was just not that obvious. Furthermore, you might go through three phases in an hour.
I was absolutely in the stage of precontemplation the night I ordered a Beachbody program. For the 7 years prior to my Power 90 order, I had lived a life completely devoid of any physical activity. Exercise, what was that?
I turned on the TV, like I did every night, while I fed my son because I could see what I was doing better. I started watching this infomercial where they’d show a before and after that was almost impossible to believe. With in a 45 minute period, I went from thinking “I can’t,” to “I may,” to “I will!”
I love all of this self help stuff but, I cannot emphasize enough the simple Nike slogan JUST DO IT! Seriously, FORGETABOUTIT! Just push play, make good decisions and you WILL see results!
To this day, I can’t believe I went from a borderline size 16 to a slim, healthy person. I want the same for you let me know how I can help you get started on any Beachbody program and experience a final solution to your weight loss struggles. Write me: fitclubnetwork@gmail.com
You can do it!
Monica
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