Supermodels SA March 2015 Issue 43 | Page 45

Here are 7 things you can do to ensure dramatic change: 1. Routine, Routine, Routine Once you’ve decided that you want to start working out, choose a specific time per day and stick to it so that you don’t cancel on yourself. 2. Set some fitness goals Set goals regarding your final results, whether its weight, fitness or strength. Remember to set reasonable and realistic goals. 3. Exercises Get yourself a workout plan from a qualified personal trainer and stick with it step by step, no matter how hard or difficult it is. 4. Eat clean and healthy There is a big difference between being on a diet and eating clean, healthy foods. A diet is a strict meal plan that you are not allowed to deviate from. Eating clean is when you follow a lean protein, vegetable and fruit meal plan where you allow yourself a cheat meal should you get a craving. 5. Get enough sleep It’s important to ensure that you get at least between 6 to 8 hours sleep. If you can take a power nap after your workout that would also be ideal. 6. Challenge your negative mindset While working towards your goal you will experience days where you’ll feel demotivated and negative. The important thing to remember is to be patient and to keep working hard until you’ve reach that milestone. 7. Enjoy doing what you do Always smile when exercising, it makes everything so much easier and see this as a relaxation activity.