Fitness expert Chris Freytag is the author of Shortcuts to Big Weight Loss and Move to Lose says there’s one thing she has learned, it's that good intentions aren't enough to get you off the couch and into fitness. What turned her willpower around: the three Cs--commitment, consistency, and convenience.
1. Commitment - To bring a greater sense of responsibility to working out, she encourages her clients to write a fitness contract that specifies when, where, and how they'll be more active. Sign it, asking a friend or family member to be your witness. It sounds crazy, but making your commitment public helps you to follow through.
2. Consistency - Tell yourself that no matter what, you'll work out today, even if it's just for 10 minutes. You don't have to be perfect--just being active every day will reinforce the idea that fitness is a habit worth your time. One client of her’s called my 10-minute rule "ridiculous" and tried it just to prove her wrong. Today, she's 30 pounds lighter and has run a 5-K!
3. Convenience - Get ruthlessly honest about what kind of fitness truly fits into your life. If you like kickboxing, Pilates, or yoga, but you never seem to get to the classes, try using DVDs at home. No time? Stash sneakers in your car and office so you can walk whenever the occasion arises. Ultimately, that's how we all get fit--doing the best we can a few minutes at a time, day after day.
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