Excuses are just recycled thoughts from other people. Whatever you have to say, it has been said many times before.
So, which one are you? Are you someone who wants to keep making excuses, or are you done with all that and just want to see results? Are you one of those people who have used, re-used and recycled all the excuses in the book just to avoid starting a fitness regimen? Or, are you one of those people who are tired of looking at themselves in the mirror and are now seriously committed to obtaining that drop-dead gorgeous body you've got hidden underneath those layers of dormant fat?
Most importantly, and you should already know this, it is not just about how you look. Starting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle would most certainly give you that sexy, toned and attractive body, but that's just the bonus. Practicing the daily habits on how to tone your stomach is just the first step. The most valuable gift you take away is your life, a healthy, happy and full life that would allow you to appreciate each day and this world better. Whether you spend it with yourself or with your family, friends and special someone, you are better able to appreciate life in general if you are in good health.
Excuses or results? The choice is totally up to you! Choose yourself now and let's start conditioning our minds to help us in achieving our goals.
Excuse 1 - "There is simply not enough hours in the day. I'm just too tired."
So, which one are you? Are you someone who wants to keep making excuses, or are you done with all that and just want to see results? Are you one of those people who have used, re-used and recycled all the excuses in the book just to avoid starting a fitness regimen? Or, are you one of those people who are tired of looking at themselves in the mirror and are now seriously committed to obtaining that drop-dead gorgeous body you've got hidden underneath those layers of dormant fat?
Most importantly, and you should already know this, it is not just about how you look. Starting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle would most certainly give you that sexy, toned and attractive body, but that's just the bonus. Practicing the daily habits on how to tone your stomach is just the first step. The most valuable gift you take away is your life, a healthy, happy and full life that would allow you to appreciate each day and this world better. Whether you spend it with yourself or with your family, friends and special someone, you are better able to appreciate life in general if you are in good health.
Excuses or results? The choice is totally up to you! Choose yourself now and let's start conditioning our minds to help us in achieving our goals.
Excuse 1 - "There is simply not enough hours in the day. I'm just too tired."
If you say it often enough, you can really convince yourself that this is actually true! Let's see - there are only twenty-four hours in a day. Take away about eight hours of work, approximately a couple of hours of daily commute, chores, kids, laundry, there is simply no time. Before you know it, your day is over right? Where will you find the time? What about sleep? Of course, you need your personal time too, right? You simply must watch that TV show or return that call to a friend that needs your help. You're exhausted. After all this, you just want to sleep, right?
Do you actually think you're getting off that easily? Let's look at some counter-arguments and alternatives that you can take:
How about going for a walk during your lunch break? Walking with a friend is actually more fun than doing it by yourself. How about doing that instead? Or, you can bring a small weight equipment like a kettle bell at work and do exercises right there at your cubicle? Hey, who knows? You might even start a trend!
Yes, after a busy day at work, you do need some personal time for yourself to unwind and relax. If watching TV is what relaxes you, instead of snacking on potato chips, enjoy a warm cup of green tea and a low-calorie cupcake. There are so many options out there now, designed for people like you who still want to indulge in a delicious snack that complements the healthy lifestyle you are trying to develop.
The only "excuse" that experts will agree with you is getting enough sleep every day. There will be days that you truly will feel tired and exhausted and have no energy. During these days, please do yourself and your body a favor and do not subject it to further stress by eating unhealthy foods. Instead, enjoy a healthy balanced meal, relax and watch your favorite TV show, then go to bed early. It is when you are asleep that your body is able to have that breathing space to repair your tissues and help build your muscles and keep your immune system strong.
Excuse #2 - "Gym memberships and equipment are just too expensive. I cannot afford it right now."
It's really up to you. Do you really believe this? You have to be honest with yourself. Until you are ready to admit to yourself that you are simply making excuses, until you are ready to make that first step, you are going to stay where you are right now. That's just a fact. You do not need gym memberships or expensive equipment to be fit. That's the bottomline. These days, resources, FREE resources are literally at your fingertips. There are many online resources that can give you exercise options to getting those slim and sexy females abs that can fit your schedule and your lifestyle. All you have to do is pick one and stick to it. At the very least, make a habit of going for walks every day, either by yourself or with a friend. Not only will it exercise you, but it will also allow you to decompress, take away stress and introduce fresh air into your poor tired system.
Excuse #3 - "I'm too old, too sick, too tired to exercise."
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Do you actually think you're getting off that easily? Let's look at some counter-arguments and alternatives that you can take:
How about going for a walk during your lunch break? Walking with a friend is actually more fun than doing it by yourself. How about doing that instead? Or, you can bring a small weight equipment like a kettle bell at work and do exercises right there at your cubicle? Hey, who knows? You might even start a trend!
Yes, after a busy day at work, you do need some personal time for yourself to unwind and relax. If watching TV is what relaxes you, instead of snacking on potato chips, enjoy a warm cup of green tea and a low-calorie cupcake. There are so many options out there now, designed for people like you who still want to indulge in a delicious snack that complements the healthy lifestyle you are trying to develop.
The only "excuse" that experts will agree with you is getting enough sleep every day. There will be days that you truly will feel tired and exhausted and have no energy. During these days, please do yourself and your body a favor and do not subject it to further stress by eating unhealthy foods. Instead, enjoy a healthy balanced meal, relax and watch your favorite TV show, then go to bed early. It is when you are asleep that your body is able to have that breathing space to repair your tissues and help build your muscles and keep your immune system strong.
Excuse #2 - "Gym memberships and equipment are just too expensive. I cannot afford it right now."
It's really up to you. Do you really believe this? You have to be honest with yourself. Until you are ready to admit to yourself that you are simply making excuses, until you are ready to make that first step, you are going to stay where you are right now. That's just a fact. You do not need gym memberships or expensive equipment to be fit. That's the bottomline. These days, resources, FREE resources are literally at your fingertips. There are many online resources that can give you exercise options to getting those slim and sexy females abs that can fit your schedule and your lifestyle. All you have to do is pick one and stick to it. At the very least, make a habit of going for walks every day, either by yourself or with a friend. Not only will it exercise you, but it will also allow you to decompress, take away stress and introduce fresh air into your poor tired system.
Excuse #3 - "I'm too old, too sick, too tired to exercise."
All you really ne
The only "excuse" that experts will agree with you is getting enough sleep every day. There will be days that you truly will feel tired and exhausted and have no energy. During these days, please do yourself and your body a favor and do not subject it to further stress by eating unhealthy foods. Instead, enjoy a healthy balanced meal, relax and watch your favorite TV show, then go to bed early. It is when you are asleep that your body is able to have that breathing space to repair your tissues and help build your muscles and keep your immune system strong.
Excuse #2 - "Gym memberships and equipment are just too expensive. I cannot afford it right now."
It's really up to you. Do you really believe this? You have to be honest with yourself. Until you are ready to admit to yourself that you are simply making excuses, until you are ready to make that first step, you are going to stay where you are right now. That's just a fact. You do not need gym memberships or expensive equipment to be fit. That's the bottomline. These days, resources, FREE resources are literally at your fingertips. There are many online resources that can give you exercise options to getting those slim and sexy females abs that can fit your schedule and your lifestyle. All you have to do is pick one and stick to it. At the very least, make a habit of going for walks every day, either by yourself or with a friend. Not only will it exercise you, but it will also allow you to decompress, take away stress and introduce fresh air into your poor tired system.
Excuse #3 - "I'm too old, too sick, too tired to exercise."
All you really need to do to disprove this excuse (if you want to), is go to a Senior's Center and see seniors much older than you, some even in wheel chairs, exercising, dancing, shaking their booties and having a ball! Shame on you for using this as an excuse!
Unless your doctor prohibits you from exercising, this is just about the only excuse that is allowable. However, modern and holistic medicine now truly recognizes the importance of establishing a daily exercise and fitness program even for individuals with physical disabilities, including the morbidly obese. As a matter of fact, Zumba Gold, a Latin-based dance exercise fitness class has actually been developed specifically to cater to these special groups.
At the end of the day, it is your decision - do you want to be fit or do you want to stay the same? The only thing standing in your way is an excuse.
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Excuse #2 - "Gym memberships and equipment are just too expensive. I cannot afford it right now."
It's really up to you. Do you really believe this? You have to be honest with yourself. Until you are ready to admit to yourself that you are simply making excuses, until you are ready to make that first step, you are going to stay where you are right now. That's just a fact. You do not need gym memberships or expensive equipment to be fit. That's the bottomline. These days, resources, FREE resources are literally at your fingertips. There are many online resources that can give you exercise options to getting those slim and sexy females abs that can fit your schedule and your lifestyle. All you have to do is pick one and stick to it. At the very least, make a habit of going for walks every day, either by yourself or with a friend. Not only will it exercise you, but it will also allow you to decompress, take away stress and introduce fresh air into your poor tired system.
Excuse #3 - "I'm too old, too sick, too tired to exercise."
All you really need to do to disprove this excuse (if you want to), is go to a Senior's Center and see seniors much older than you, some even in wheel chairs, exercising, dancing, shaking their booties and having a ball! Shame on you for using this as an excuse!
Unless your doctor prohibits you from exercising, this is just about the only excuse that is allowable. However, modern and holistic medicine now truly recognizes the importance of establishing a daily exercise and fitness program even for individuals with physical disabilities, including the morbidly obese. As a matter of fact, Zumba Gold, a Latin-based dance exercise fitness class has actually been developed specifically to cater to these special groups.
At the end of the day, it is your decision - do you want to be fit or do you want to stay the same? The only thing standing in your way is an excuse.
About the Author:
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