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It's not easy sometimes, but the dividends are powerful. It supports my enthusiasm, stress level, self esteem, weight loss etc. The consistency and "no excuses" are a must to be more successful.
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I have found that if I am consistent with my exercise routine I am much more successful! So I go to the gym everyday with a routine and 3 days a week I add my strength excercising...
I try to eat HEALTHY FOODS,but have that nagging sweettooth!When I fall off the nutrition"wagon" , I AM CONSISTENT about getting BACK ON TRACK THE NEXT DAY! AND I make sure I EXERCISE THE NEXT DAY! This has helped me during my 6 mos .{as of 12.14.10}of maintenance!
I have found that if each day I just tell myself 10 minutes is all I need to walk or run or bike then at least if I am consistent I will build a life long habit of moving at least 10 minutes each day!30
SparkPeople member AQUAGIRL08 struggled with chronic pain unitl she decided to take control of her health through diet and exercise. She offers her best advice anyone dealing with pain.