Over the next 5 posts, I’m going to share 5 secrets (including my favorite workout) that keep my clients in great shape! These 5 insider tips will improve your cardiovascular-respiratory system, eliminate chronic disease, increase metabolism, reduce inflammation and burn fat really fast.

Do these and you’ll be energized and healthy while looking amazing in your favorite outfit (the one you really want to wear, if you like how your body looks):

Secret #1 – Get clear about your big health vision

There’s nothing wrong with short term weight loss goals (“I want to look great in that dress I haven’t been able to wear in a year”) but if you want to feel as good as you look, and sustain that level of fitness for more than a few weeks, you will need to get clear about your big health vision. 

Define and declare exactly what you want and why you really want it, when my clients do this, they have a much higher chance of reaching their goals without abusing their body with long, intense workouts and yo-yo diets.

There will still be days when you feel frustrated and hate your body, when that happens, remind yourself why this matters, and take one or more of your healthy “to do’s” off your plate — take one small step at a time to avoid overwhelm.

Now, plan ahead, find a trainer/coach who will help you see your vision through. “When you fail to plan, you plan to fail”. I’ll never forget when I first heard this phrase, it rang true for me. Put your workouts, meals, and “me time” in your weekly calendar and don’t let anything else take precedence.  Your needs are just as important as your kids soccer practices and key meetings at work. 

Do this for a three weeks straight and it will become like second nature. You’ll also notice how much better you’re showing up at work and with family and friends due to your better mood and feeling great physically.                                                                                                

Live With Vitality!

Anna Kaoukakis