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Change Requires Action

 



Recently, I chatted with someone who stated, “I wish I could run like you.” I smiled and replied, “You can.”  She looked perplexed. I reminded her that the only difference between one person and another is one is doing while the other is not.  Change requires action.  It is a verb.

Here are a few tips to make positive changes.

1.     Define what you want to change (i.e. decrease inches or pounds, run a 5k, etc.) Be specific (I will walk 1 mile per day for 15 mins. or I will have 1 cup of grapes instead of 1 cup of M & Ms).
2.     Find a plan that works for you and work it.
3.     START  (Starting is what STOPS a lot of people). Don’t think just START.
4.     Surround yourself with others who support your goals.
5.     Expect setbacks. 
6.     Write down what you learned. Reflect on what worked and what didn’t.  Make modifications and  continue to work.
7.     Change is a constant process improvement cycle. It includes beginning stages (planning); working stage (doing); end stage (completion) and evaluation.  All are critically important. 

Do you have a plan for the holiday season to control unwanted weight gain and sugar cravings?
Do you have a plan to maintain your health and fitness during the dark days of Winter?

Make a plan. Check it twice and get to work.

Enjoy the journey.

Coach Stacy

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