Keep it simple, even though it’s complicated
You know what to do. Honestly, we ALL know what to do. In an effort to keep it simple, here goes: eat right, exercise, sleep, keep stress to a minimum. It’s simple, really.
Except then you start ruminating on all the different ways people determine the “right” way to eat. How often and what type of exercise? How much sleep? And what exactly is a minimum amount of stress? You get deeper into the world of fitness and you just end up with more questions than you started with. And strangely enough, the miracle cure for one person may not work for you. And what works for you may not work for someone else.
We are all, apparently, unique. There’s a shocker.
Keep it Simple…and Consistent
So, now what? A lot of trial and error? (Probably) I wish I could tell you there was some magical trick or supplement or expert to follow to the letter for sensational results. Heck, I wish I could tell myself that! 😆
The only thing I can tell you is to keep going, even when it feels hard. Even when it feels like nothing is working. Even when you go off plan a little bit, or a lot.
It’s easy to get frustrated and quit. I challenge you to take the more difficult and more rewarding path of picking yourself up, dusting yourself off, and persevering. You may not see the changes you want to see immediately. You may not see them a month down the road, but I promise you, a year from now you will be very glad you stayed consistent. Please don’t think this means you have to be perfect, because I truly don’t think it is possible. All I mean is: don’t give up on yourself. Don’t fall back into old patterns that you were frustrated with because they didn’t give you the results you wanted! There is a reason you decided to make a change — remember that reason and keep going toward what will bring the changes you want!
Keep it Simple to start
If you haven’t read Atomic Habits, you really should. We always assume, when we are trying to reach a big goal, that we have to change everything all at once. (I’m very very guilty of this too! 🫣) NEWS FLASH: you don’t. Take it slow. Pick something small and start with that. If you are already drinking enough water, add in a step goal every day. Once you get those habits in place, pick something else. Choose an eating plan and start. Counting macros? Start with calories and protein…worry about fat and carbs later. Find ways to make the changes sustainable and doable for your daily life.
Stay simple, my friends
There are new advances in technology and science every single day. Eggs are good, then they’re bad, then it doesn’t matter because inflation + avian flu = taking out a loan to buy them! Should we eat meat, plants, or plant based meat? Red meat, white meat, seafood only? Do you know where all your food comes from? Processed or “clean”? Does clean mean not processed, or minimally processed?
Cardio? Weights? Both? How much of both? Neither? (Just kidding, neither isn’t really an option.)
So. Many. Questions. So many conflicting opinions.
From me to you
My advice? Make a decision and stick to it. Do whatever diet or eating plan you want, just stick to it. Find whatever workout program you want, just stick to it. (The only caveat is, make sure you are using proper form…we definitely want injury-free training sessions! If that means asking a friend who has experience, or paying a professional…do it! Money well spent if it keeps you injury free.)
The consistency (there’s that word again) will do more for you than the actual program. You can be successful on any program! Wait until you have been consistent with one program for a while before deciding to switch. My recommendation for a good place to start would be counting macros. To me, that has been the easiest. Start with tracking what you currently eat and gauge your current intake. Then there are all kinds of calculations based on activity level, age, weight, BMR…the list goes on. Just pick one and try it out.
**Better yet, check out my friend Jordan from Mama Bear Fuel and let her guide you to your best numbers! I have been working with her for 5 months, she is wonderful at helping pinpoint your goals and keeping you accountable. My numbers aren’t where I would like them; however, that is all on me! I let the holidays derail my goals a little bit (which is fine!!). Eventually, I will get where I want to be, and I LOVE the accountability she provides. Truly, I need it. Check out her Instagram for success stories and meal plans and inspiration. ❤️🔥 I’ll be chatting more about my experience soon!
I can recommend workouts to you as well. 😈 You probably do not want this. If you haven’t worked out in 5 billion years…just start by walking. Start small. Keep. It. Simple. Keep it consistent.
You will be so glad you did!
