A routine that helps me stay on track with my health goals is to remind myself of the bigger picture and long-term benefits. It's like having a mental vision board. When you feel like giving up or cheating on your diet, picture how amazing you'll look and feel when you're eventually toned and healthy. Visualize yourself looking fit and feeling energized. As for staying motivated to exercise, try varying your workout routines regularly and setting achievable, short-term goals. Nothing keeps people off the gym like monotony and difficulty. Keep it fun and manageable!
Also, sharing goals with an accountability partner helps too. Besides working out together which adds another layer of fun and commitment, you can motivate each other and share tips to stay on track. It's great to have someone to celebrate your achievements and keep you honest about any slips. Much harder to let yourself go when someone is kindly probing about your recent progress!