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Weight Loss Motivation Worksheet


 Whether it’s 5, 10, 20, or 50+ pounds, weight loss is a
 challenge. Make it easier on yourself by getting to the  root of what keeps you motivated.

 This worksheet will do that for you in two easy steps:
 1) Find your core weight loss motivations,
 2) Put these core motivators in plain view so you’re
 surrounded by positive messages that make you
 WANT to succeed.




1 Choosing Core Motivators
For each of the four areas below, choose one or more possible motivators.


 Personal Appearance
 For many people, weight loss is a highly motivating  reason to improve personal image or appearance.
 It can have a huge impact on your self-esteem and  confidence, paving the way for even bigger goals.

 Health & Fitness
 The biggest return you are going to see by  losing weight is in better overall health.  Everything gets easier and the rewards stack  up fast. Better health can be a huge motivator  because you feel better and can live a more  active lifestyle – more fun!

 I Want To……(Choose at least one)

Fit into “that dress”
Look younger
Wear a swim suit on the beach
Firm up what I have
Stop avoiding mirrors
Keep my thighs from rubbing
Hear a wolf whistle!
Have someone tell me I'm beautiful
       (or  handsome)
Look better naked!
Have my clothes fit better
Other
 I Want To……(Choose at least one)

Live longer
Have more energy
Climb stairs without being winded
Not feel/get sick all the time
Run or walk a 5k, marathon, triathlon or
        other race
Get back into playing a sport
       (soccer, softball, etc.)
Have a more active lifestyle
       (biking, hiking, camping, etc.)
Feel and be stronger
Bring down my cholesterol
Lower my blood pressure
Other




Family, Friends & Social Life
No man or woman is an island. We interact with people every day and weight and appearance impact our relationships. More quality time with people we care about gives us motivation to keep going on our weight loss plan.



Everyday Signs and Situations
Sometimes the littlest things that we least expect can motivate us. Subtle but meaningful, small everyday signs add up to give you a sweeping view of your current weight loss status.

I Want To…… (Choose at least one)

Play and be active with my kids
Stick around to see my grandkids grow up
Do more active things with my spouse or
        significant other
Keep up with my friend
Start, or improve my dating scene
Kick off a new career
Get in shape before I have a baby
Meeting In-laws for the first time
Get in shape for my wedding or anniversary
Knock ‘em dead at my reunion!
Other

I Want To……(Choose at least one)

Be more confident in myself, with better
        self esteem
Overcome shyness
Be able to tie my shoes
Put my pants on while standing
Fly, ride a roller coaster or go to a movie
        without feeling squashed or using a
        seatbelt extender
Walk into a room without feeling like people        are staring
Be a more confident public speaker
Relax around other people and be myself
Have people ask if I have lost weight
Prove to myself that I can do it
Other

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