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The weather has been warming up nicely here in Oklahoma. I have been enjoying my daily walks to work at the hospital. There is just something about this time of year that really energizes me. Don't get me wrong, I like my walks in the woods in the fall, but this is my season.
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In my opinion a lot of people are affected by S.A.D (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at least a little. It's amazing how much difference more sunlight, and warmer weather can affect our motivation and energy levels. I know that personally when spring/summer rolls around I have boat-loads more energy then in the winter. The hard part is keeping energy levels up through the winter.
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3. Don't try to boil the ocean. After you have created your plan, tackle things one day at a time and one workout at a time. Ask yourself what you can do to enjoy the process of what you are setting out to achieve. Don't allow yourself to become overwhelmed or angry for too long. Institute a 3 minute rule. Feel whatever you want to feel for 3 minutes and then move on. Focus on accomplishments and progress no matter how seemingly insignificant. Try not to simply pay attention to a number on a scale. Consider how you are feeling. Do you have more energy? Can you perform daily tasks or exercises more easily? Are your lifts and training sessions improving? Don't dwell on any mistakes you might make just get back to work - don't let a momentary lack of discipline derail you from success.
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All your points were great but I think this is a big one. With all the information out there, even on this site alone, it is easy to become overwhelmed. It is also easy to let a minor mistake throw you off track, I have witnessed many people myself included, that have made some small mistake; either missing a workout, or eating something unclean and thinking , "Oh well, I messed up, might as well scrap the day." This is dangerous thinking and is a fast way to sink back into old habits.