Whether it's the #21DayFix, #InsanityMax30 or something in between, you have to be ready to ROCK it!
You have to be physically, mentally, and organizationally prepared to set yourself up for success. Follow these quick steps and tips to do your best to set yourself up for success.
PHYSICALLY Prepare
- Get a head-start on hydration and your water goals
- Fuel your body as best you can
- As tempting as that "last supper" before the healthy kicks in is, you will regret that choice during your next day's workout
- If you just can't pass up that pizza (and, really, who can??), make it a lunch meal, then keep dinner to healthy carbs (brown rice, quinoa, etc.) and lean proteins
- Get plenty of sleep so you are READY for whatever time of day you're working out
MENTALLY Prepare
- Make your peace as you part with that cannoli... (some people shed a tear - we don't know who those people are, but we hear it's true ;) )
- Figure out your plan for the program
- Optimal workout time
- Meal ideas for at least the first few days
- How/when you'll prep for meals
- Set your goals and consider all factors
- Weight
- Inches
- Level of endurance
- Overall strength
- Clothing size
- Workout frequency
- Determine a reward for achieving your goal... and it probably shouldn't be eating that brick of cheese in one sitting, but hey, it's your choice! ;) We're Italian - we definitely get it! Food has always been a reward! Try something more along these lines:
- Shopping Spree for new clothes to show off your new bod
- Day of R&R at your favorite beach/pool/sporting event
- Make the splurge purchase you've been avoiding
- Spend a whole day doing something YOU love
- Read all materials that came with your program to ensure you are fully versed in how to leverage it for your personal success
ORGANIZATIONALLY Prepare
- FOOD
- Stock up on whatever your nutrition plan calls for
- Dispose of things that will be too tempting to avoid (for us, this is the Oreos)
- Plan your meals
- Be sure to include #Shakeology - the healthiest and most delicious meal of the day!
- Prep and/or cook a few things to have on hand and take the burden off the day-to-day
- Make sure you have easy, quick access to all the water you'll need to meet your water goal
- If applicable: Prep the tracker provided to you by Beachbody, or search your phone's app store for a similar tool (created by another user)
- BENCHMARKS
- As soon as you wake up on Day 1, before consuming ANYTHING, step on the scale and bust out the tape measure
- Write down your stats and keep them safe so you can laugh at them when you're done and have DESTROYED your goals
- Most common stats:
- Weight
- Biceps, Chest, Waist, Hips, Thighs
- If you have a problem area you'd like to track in particular, be sure to measure that also
- Take the dreaded "Before Pictures"
- Try to be in as minimal clothing as you are comfortable, but while keeping it decent
- You will likely be tempted to post these side-by-side with your "Afters" once you ROCK this program
- Every time I get a glance at my "Befores" while I'm scanning my phone, it gets my little voice who thinks one moment of cheating will be okay RIGHT back in check
- WORKOUT MATERIALS
- Do you need anything for your workouts that didn't come with your kit or challenge pack? (i.e.: weights, resistance bands, mats, etc.)?
- Where will you be working out? Do you need to allow for time to reorganize to have space (i.e.: move the couch and coffee table)? Will you wake up your kids if you do it in the main living room so you need to setup a different space instead? Little unexpected things can be just enough to waste your time or start you off frustrated instead of successful.
- What will you wear? You want to be comfortable and able to move easily, and not too hot. Don't forget about good sneakers and socks too! (One of us is really particular about her socks. It's a thing apparently.)
You are READY! It may seem like a lot after reading it, but most of those steps don't take any significant amount of time... and remember, you're committing to changing your life, getting healthy or increasing your fitness level. It's worth the time. It's worth the effort. YOU are that important... ask anyone who is close to you.
Keep us posted on your victories, your challenges and your progress. We can't WAIT to see what you can do and get a peak at those "afters"! ROCK IT! #getLIFEready
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