I can't seem to get motivated.

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cajungirltx
cajungirltx Posts: 147 Member
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Hi, I just recently found this site and thought I'd give it a try. I have lost 17 pounds. I'm 5'1 and I weight 120. I'd like to weigh 110. It seems like i just can't get my mind set that I'm wanting to lose the last ten pounds. I know it's me. I know how to lose it, I just keep cheating. Help!!!!

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  • cajungirltx
    cajungirltx Posts: 147 Member
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    Hi, I just recently found this site and thought I'd give it a try. I have lost 17 pounds. I'm 5'1 and I weight 120. I'd like to weigh 110. It seems like i just can't get my mind set that I'm wanting to lose the last ten pounds. I know it's me. I know how to lose it, I just keep cheating. Help!!!!
  • amccarville
    amccarville Posts: 185
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    set some small goals for yourself. If your like me you will fight hard to meet each of them. Good luck!!:flowerforyou:
  • indianagranny
    indianagranny Posts: 863
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    That is exactly what I do - set small goals and then I am challenged to stay committed to the site and log everything. I have even got into healthier cooking.
  • iTim__
    iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
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    :smile:

    I always talk to my employees about motivation. There are two kinds: Intrinsic and Extrinsic. And you have to find where yours is at (probably a little of both). Intrinsic motivation comes from the heart and a sense of satisfaction for a job well done; whereas, extrinsic motivation comes from external rewards.

    Think about why you want to loose the weight and get fit. And use some visual reminder to keep you motivated (like a picture of the beach, or an outfit you want to get into). And write down your reasons and put your list in a place where you'll look often.

    The most important part of staying motivated, for me, is second chances. Take a look at my U-Turn topic at http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/32807-make-a-u-turn.

    All the best!

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