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Summer is coming to a close but for some reason it’s NOW that I’m starting into a better eating and exercise regime. I’ll have two kids in school full time this Fall and my excuses have run out. I’ve been using this month to switch up my eating habits (because they’ve definitely fallen to the wayside this Summer) and basically forcing myself to eat breakfast. I love breakfast foods but I’m not a breakfast eater.
Before the first day of school happens and I go full force into a set routine I’m using Balance Bars to kick start my morning. When I went to pick them up at Walmart I was encouraged because they were basically wiped out of them (which tells me they’ve gotta be good, right?!). I was able to salvage a box of Cookie Dough and a box of Peanut Butter bars for myself (but word on the street is that S’mores Bars exist. Those WILL be mine, you guys.).
I’ve been working in one Balance Bar a day, usually for breakfast (I need that easy, grab-and-go thing) but sometimes for an afternoon snack. On days that I manage to forget (mommy brain, totally a thing) I can tell the difference in my energy level. I definitely need something to get me motivated and going in the morning, in addition to that cuppa Joe. These are also going to be fantastic to eat before a workout or to keep in my purse or gym bag for emergencies. Of the two I’ve tried, surprisingly, the Peanut Butter was my fave!
How do you guys get moving the in AM?
***This post is sponsored by Balance Bars. All opinions are my own.
To stay motivated I give myself a lot of positive self talk.
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I get motivated by getting up early and making a to-do list. When I can check off a lot (if not all), I feel like I’ve accomplished something and that makes me want to do it again the next day.
Music gets me motivated
With some good music
Lots of self talk
I try to work out first thing so it gets my body and day going. I eat a lot healthier when I am working out.
As a somewhat delicate framed person, I love seeing and feeling myself get stronger and able to lift heavy objects!
Good music is what motivates me.
looking in the mirror and not being pleased at what I see
I get pumped up with music and get inspiration from others who are motivated!
I listen to music to get motivated
I wake up early and walk
Music motivates me when working out
I try to keep a food diary. It keeps me motivated. I also taped inspirational sayings inside that I read over and over! 🙂
I promise myself little rewards!
Start my morning with a workout before life gets in the way to unmotivate me!
Looking at the scale or looking at old photos. I’ve lost over 100 pounds and would hate to go back there
Darn, just noticed it was US only. Sorry!
i have a couple of co workers that we decided to be accountable with each other for our weight loss and exercise. we motivate each other.
new workout ideas.
I get motivated by stepping on the scale.
when I need to get motivated I listen to some great fast paced music
New workout clothes and a new playlist motivate me!
Actually Balance bars get me motivated..I eat one every morning..and some caffiene..lol
would have to say : thinking about my end goal(s)
I get motivated by music.
I am the worst at eating breakfast. I usually eat breakfast about 2 hours after I’m up. Great giveaway!
After losing 50 lbs, I am motivated in keeping the weight off because I feel so much better now than I did with that extra weight and I want it to stay that way!
Music motivates me in the morning.
my kids motivate me to get up and moving with them
I usually need to get a coffe and go for a walk and clear my head!
If I knew how to get motivated, I’d write a book and get rich! 😉 In the meanwhile I try this ‘n’ that and some things work for a short time. Right now, I’m managing to do the elliptical machine in our house regularly by making it the only time I allow myself to listen to my MP3 player!
music helps me
Totally great music motivates me, gets me going!!!
I always start my mornings with a smoothie with almond milk, a banana, some frozen fruit and oatmeal :)!
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i get motivated by working out and eating healthy. drinking lots of water and putting on loud music
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I get motivated to exercise by putting on a nice outfit and running shoes and take my mp3 player with me to get me going!!
Music is what motivates me.
i get motivated by taking a run or brisk walking
Looking in the mirror and/or when I start to feel uncomfortable in my clothes.
My family including the doxies and music motivate me!