5 More Reasons Why You’re Not Making Progress! (& Solutions)
5 Reasons Why You’re Not Making Progress (& Solutions)!
1) Not setting goals
If you want to lose weight, but are not sure how many pounds you want to lose, it will be harder for you to achieve it. To make it more achievable, set goals that are small and realistic so it can help you stay motivated.
Small goals: Starting small is crucial when taking steps towards a healthier lifestyle. Starting to drink more water is a perfect example. If you are not used to drink water, it will be hard to drink a gallon of water every day for a month. The secret is slowly working towards the gallon. Increasing your water intake 1% each day will be more sustainable for success.
2) Lack of knowledge
There is so much information on the internet. However, it is difficult to find the right information that will help you get exactly where you want to be. It is difficult to find information personalized for you. Therefore, it will cause your fitness journey to take longer and more stressful.
Hire a coach: Hiring a coach will be detrimental for your success. You will get insight from an experienced professional and will help you avoid a lot of mistakes. Any questions you may have the professional will have the answers.
3) Too stressed
If you have too many life stressors it can affect physical performance. It is important to make sure your mental health is right to help you achieve your physical goals. In order to achieve your health and fitness goals, it is important to have a balanced life to feel healthy.
Exercise: Use exercise as a stress reliever.
Mindfulness- Practices such as meditation, journaling, reading and gratitude are big ways to help manage your stress.
4) Not enough time
If you tell yourself you do not have time to workout, it is more likely you will not make time.
Scheduling: Schedule your workouts for the week. Write down how many days a week you are gong to exercise and schedule it in your calendar. Make the time to exercise.
Mindset shift: Instead of making movement a burden, think about it as self-care. Tell yourself you are going to exercise because you are grateful for your body. You love your body enough to challenge it and make it stronger.
5) Too tired & sore
If you are too tired or sore it is more likely you will not get your movement in for the day.
Sleep: Make sure you are getting 7-9 hours of sleep each night. This will help you recover and allow you to feel energetic for the next day.
Recovery: Recovery is so important when it comes to movement. Efficient sleep is essential, and stretching after your workouts can help you feel less sore. If you feel tight the day after your workout, using a foam roller to comfort the tightness can help you start moving fluidly.
