Getting rid of it! I think it's time. Don't you?

Are you ruining your workout?

Most people that start a workout or diet plan quit within the first six weeks!!! Don't let that happen to you...see if you're "guilty" of any of the following.

1. Going way too gung ho too fast!

You're excited so you think the more you work the better and if one workout a day is good then 2 or 3 is even better! You want to be fit NOW and not have to wait for it. So you tend to dwindle down to nothing, because you either injured yourself, you have shin splints, your body is killing you, and it's just no fun anymore!

2. Not thinking enough!

IF You're only thinking about weight loss....you're not thinking about the other benefits that the scale doesn't show....lower blood pressure, better energy, YOU'RE SMALLER!!! Try setting some habit goals instead of a goal to lose x amount of pounds by a certain time. For example tell yourself you'll make it a habit to get at least 3 workouts in every week. Even post them on your fridge or calendar so you can see them daily.

3. Not protecting your feet!

If you're working out barefeet or in your slippers then you'll pay for it later! You need good supportive shoes! I used to be guilty of working out barefoot! It's a big no no!

4. Being a wimp ;)

You're thinking about getting bulky and bigger so you're not challenging yourself with your weights. You should be feeling fatigue by the time you're getting to your last rep....if you want the benefits of being less jiggly, strengthening your bones, boosting your calorie burn, speeding up your metabolism and fitting into smaller clothing then grab those weights! You'll be glad you didn't listen to the folks telling you that you're going to bulk up...for the MAJORITY of women this just is not true!

You also might be just going through the motions after a month or so and not challenging yourself any more...up that intensity a bit ..if you're able to hold a conversation while you're working out then you're most likely not working hard enough....don't get to gasping for air..but get out of your comfort zone a bit!

5. You won't ask for help

You're too embarassed to ask someone for help......don't be afraid to ask questions and seek support. Support is HUGE In your success...you have to do the work, but having someone give you a big high five will go a long way towards you being successful!

6. BE THE BEST YOU YOU CAN BE!

We come in all shapes and sizes and we all get fit at different rates. Don't let what someone else has accomplished get you down about what you have or haven't done. Focus on what you can do and don't worry about what everyone else is doing! Be positive about what you're accomplishing no matter the rate! Some take the scenic route some take the expressway, but we ALL will get there!