Why Fitness Is Hard

Like most goals we have, we get excited about them for maybe a couple of weeks and the excitement fades. Many people have the unrealistic expectation that their body will drastically change in a couple of weeks. They don't see big results and they tend to give up. The best things take time and patience. 

Most common reasons for failure with dieting:

 1.) They starve themselves and deprive themselves from carbs which eventually leads to binging- carbs are not your enemy!

2.) Their diets are so restrictive that they find it too difficult to stick with it for a long period of time

3.) They aren't educated enough in nutrition and they consume hidden calories and fat in dressings, drinks, and snacks

4.) They become too tempted to eat junk because of busy schedules and/or traveling (Try 1st Phorm's Level-1 protein as a quick and delicious meal replacement)

5.) They don't want to sacrifice their social life and end up drinking and eating unhealthy at parties, outings, dinners, weddings, etc..

Most common reasons for failure with exercise regimen:

1.) They lose motivation and lack patience when results aren't seen right away

2.) They fall out of habit because of life circumstances, work, travel, holidays, etc

3.) They start out too strong that they burn out easily. The workouts may be too challenging. This could also cause injury and lack of energy.

4.)They compare themselves to fitness models or someone who’s been doing this a long time and have a lack of confidence and mentally “check out”

You need to prepare yourself for these challenges and know you are not alone! Make sure your expectations are realistic. Drastic results often lead to the results being reversed just as quick. A Lifestyle change happens over months and even years. Stay motivated and keep going!! It is so worth it.