It is Never Too Late to Get Fit

Getting fit and sporting a hot body is not just for the twenty-somethings.  It is never too late, things are never too bad, never too far gone, and we are definitely never too old to become our best healthy self.  Our minds can play evil tricks on us and  make us believe our goals are unattainable.  That simply is not the truth and the first step that needs to happen is to change the thoughts about our life and body and begin the process of kicking out the mental clutter.

Once we begin each day with a positive focus and have faith in what we want to accomplish, we are ready to make the goals come true.  It will be a daily choice to not give in to old patterns, old doubts and fears, and self sabotage.  This will be a time of inner strength development and facing all the crap that held you down for so long.  It will be an emptying of the old self into the trash and an awakening of the new stronger you ready to make things happen.

Each day is a new opportunity to change and make decisions that will bring us closer to reaching our fitness goals.  Start with small realistic goals like losing 10 pounds or registering to walk your first 5K.  Begin keeping a food journal to honestly see your eating habits and then get tough with yourself and start eating healthier foods.  Plan an exercise time on your calendar and do not skip out because it is important and you are worth the effort.  The simple steps of eating right, exercising 3 to 4 times per week to start, maintaining a food journal, and keeping a positive attitude will provide the results you want.

Do not think that this is a quick fix and mentally prepare for a lifestyle change. Regardless of the time, it will pass anyway so you might as well be working on health improvement.  This is not about perfection but always progress as we strive each day to be healthy.  Self pity will not be your friend and not an excuse to throw in the towel.  There will be days when it feels really hard and you may even want to give up but know that you are stronger than that.


Hot bodies are earned not given and believing this goal can happen at any age or circumstance is half the battle.  You are now armed to put in the physical work and fuel your body with the right foods to achieve your goals.

Helpful Tips:

• Eat a wide variety of healthy foods that include lean proteins, good carbohydrates and healthy fats.
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
• Get to bed at a decent hour and try for 7-8 hours of sleep per night.
• Exercise 3-4 times per week to start and progress as you get stronger.
• Include weight resistance training 1-2 times per week to start.
• Keep a food journal for accountability... be honest with yourself.
• Dump the junk food and replace with healthy food options.
• Pay attention to portion sizes and read food labels.
• Eat several small meals per day and do not allow yourself to feel hungry.
• Weigh in only one time per week, pay attention to how your clothes are fitting, and how you look naked. 
• Make time for prayer and positive self talk to keep up the motivation.
• Set realistic small goals to start like losing 10lbs or signing up to walk your first 5K. 
• Hire a qualified personal trainer for guidance and motivation if going it alone feels too overwhelming.

Read my article "Training for My First 5K: What Do I Eat?" on About.com for even more great information on healthy eating and reaching personal goals.

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Stay Healthy!
Darla