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    Home » Coaching » I've got this: The Fitness Mindset

    I've got this: The Fitness Mindset

    Published: Apr 23, 2018 · Last Modified: Apr 24, 2018 by Caren · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This morning I came across research about cultivating a fitness mindset that reminded me of an important tool I learned during my NASM fitness training.

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    The Fitness Mindset

    One of the most effective things you can do to stay on track with your exercise program is to visualize yourself doing it.

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    This may sound slightly woo-woo, but there’s enough research to back up the validity of this technique that I think it’s worth developing a practice of doing it regularly. Even as you read this post (instead of working out), if you can see yourself outside getting that run in, with the wind blowing through your hair and a big smile on your face, you bring yourself closer to that reality.

    Visualization and positive self-talk also supports you during exercise. If you can stay mindful of your internal dialogue when working out, you can manage your thoughts so that they support your progress rather than sabotage your efforts. I use this a lot in yoga. I’m not fabulous with balance, and most days, when I slowly move into warrior three (a challenging pose balancing on one leg), I’m usually ready to topple over, but the one thing that saves me is a little voice in my head that says “I’ve got this”. Almost every time, instead of falling over, I steady instead. I get a little stronger, more confident in my pose. I settle in.

    Now it’s your turn! Visualize yourself succeeding in your workouts. How does that look to you? Are you in the gym? Outside? In front of a TV screen with a P90x video?

    When you are working out, practice self-monitoring. Leave the headphones at home and just stay conscious of your thoughts instead. When a negative thought comes up, address it in a compassionate way. If your inner voice says “I’m tired”, acknowledge that and perhaps ease up on your effort. That’s your body telling you something.

    [bctt tweet="The phrase "no pain, no gain" went out with Final Net and shoulder pads." username=""]

    Do you ever use these sorts of techniques to get yourself out the door? I use the exercise visualization tool for fasted morning runs and it’s really helped me.

    Caren

    Caren is a certified yoga teacher, fitness instructor and ADHD Coach.  As the founder of The Fit Habit, she shares ADHD-friendly self-care, food & fitness inspiration, along with practical ways to foster mind + body wellness.

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    1. Kerry

      April 29, 2014 at 11:54 pm

      I think positive self talk is so important to many times when I want to give up I can talk myself into pushing just a little but longer.

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      • Caren

        May 07, 2014 at 11:50 pm

        So true!

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    2. [email protected]

      May 03, 2014 at 6:18 pm

      Yeah I don't really have this problem. I'm the opposite actually, and maybe that's why I kill it in the gym. I mean how many other 5'2 folks call themselves #vanillagorilla. 🙂

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      • Caren

        May 07, 2014 at 11:48 pm

        LOL....I had no idea you were so teeny weeny!! I thought you'd be taller. I have no idea why mind you.

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    3. Ana @ fit, fun & delish!

      March 22, 2015 at 3:13 pm

      I agree 100% with this post! I don't have this problem most of the time but I can't deny that there are times when I rather stay home and do something else. I still force myself to go to the gym and while I'm in there I try to ignore that pesty voice and I start thinking "you got this"!!

      It actually feels amazing afterward and never regret those workouts! I would have regretted staying home though 🙂

      Oh and NASM is the best! Have a fantastic week Caren!

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    4. jill conyers

      April 09, 2015 at 10:07 am

      Thanks for the mention! Woo woo or not this stuff works 🙂

      I'm studying for the NASM exam now. Any tips? #somuchinfotolearn

      xoxo

      Reply

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