Starting a Training Program- Motivation is Key

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The pastor at my church was told by his doctor that he needed to lose weight and start exercising due to some not so good test results. So finally, I have gotten him into the gym and after a week of relatively light training, he is getting the initial soreness worked out. I will ask him if it is OK to post his initial picture along with updates as we move along. One of the things he has in his favor is that his wife is an aerobics instructor who is very health/diet conscious. So it will be interesting to see how this progresses. Stay tuned.

One of the biggest factors (probably THE biggest) in making a real change is motivation. So with his wife, me and the other guy who works out with us all encouraging him, I think he has a good chance of making a real lifestyle change. The other motivating influence is other people who might not want to see you succeed. It amazes me how negative so many people are when they find out a friend or family member is trying to lose weight and get in shape. That is just the “misery loves company” attitude coming out.  But you can channel that “negativity” and use it for motivation. One thing that really motivates me is people thinking I can’t do something. So if you are in the same situation, feed off of those who want you to succeed- and those who don’t. Then use your success to encourage someone else.