Finding and maintaining the motivation and drive to reach a goal has its high moments and low moments. I know that I struggle with staying the course, and often find the desire to give up… just as I am seeing success. Finding motivation and accountability is key, for me, with sticking to my health and fitness goals.
When you are trying to motivate yourself, appreciate the fact that you are even thinking about making a change, and as you move forward, allow yourself to be good enough. You are good enough. You are worth it.
Getting started towards a goal is never easy, and maintaining the motivation to keep working towards your goal is even harder. That’s why I’ve teamed up with my friend Janice of Fitness Cheerleader to create a weekly motivation fitness support link up on Mondays where we share our progress towards our goals. We also will share our goal plans for the following week, so that we can motivate each other. It could be a training plan, a meal plan or a savings plan. Whatever it is, JOIN US and share your progress and your plan for the next week in the #MotivateMe linkup!
Planning out my fitness for the week, and then sharing my progress with you kept me accountable. It’s that same accountability that Janice and I want to pass along to you. Studies have shown that when you share with others your goal… it becomes more real. Each week with the #MotivateMe link up we are sharing our real goals and plans to reach said goal. I hope you join us.
Last week’s fitness plan (what I did):
Monday: Fab5 Boot camp with friends
Tuesday: Boot camp class + 2 mile recovery walk
Wednesday: 4.5 mile build-up run while pushing T in jogger
Thursday: rest
Friday: yoga class (I think I MUST do this each week! I loved it)
Saturday: 7 super slow miles on the treadmill
Sunday: family day & afternoon 2 mile hike at Gibson Ranch
This week’s training plan (what I plan to do):
Monday: Fab5 Boot camp with friends
Tuesday: Boot camp class + 2 mile recovery run
Wednesday: 5-6 mile build-up run (with a friend?) while pushing T in jogger
Thursday: 3 miles easy run + strength training class
Friday: Yoga
Saturday: 7-9 solo (please, stars align) miles
Sunday: family day
My nutrition this week is something that I am always working on. I am going to do my best to join my girlfriend, Karen, in a 30 Day Challenge. She is a rock start and has already meal planned and prepped her food for the week. I am a slacker and just went grocery shopping last night. I do have a plan and the groceries… so there is that! Below is my game plan for my meals and snacks for this week. I am hopefully optimistic that I will stick to this meal plan.
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Shakeology w/AM + 2 Fruit | Shakeology w/AM + 2 Fruit | Shakeology w/AM + Fruit | Shakeology w/AM + Fruit | Shakeology w/AM + Fruit |
2 HB eggs + grapes | 2 egg cupcakes + SP hash | 2 HB eggs + grapes | 2 egg cupcakes + SP hash | 2 HB eggs + grapes |
salad w/protein | BP w/broccoli & protein | salad w/protein | BP w/broccoli & protein | Tuna avocado lettuce wrap + apple |
snap peas + hummus | SF Greek Yogurt | carrots + hummus | SF green yogurt | carrots + hummus |
Sausage w/Veggie Stir fry | Taco Salad | Baked Potato soup | Left Overs | Pizza & Salad |
I am unsure what my weekend plans are … as my husband will be home. Yay! But that excitement means that any meal plans usually get thrown to the wind. I have a back up plan… but the days meal is not set. So for now… my weekly meals are planned and prepared for.
I would love to read see your training recap and your training plan too! Remember, two or more is stronger than one… let’s motivate and encourage each other! Please join Janice and I by joining the #MotivateMe linkup.
The rules are very simple:
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Every Monday share your fitness, nutrition plan etc by linking them up. All you will need is your post’s URL, and a photo you would like to attach.
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Posts that aren’t related will be deleted.
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In your post, please mention that you’re participating in #MotivateMe Monday link up, and link back to the hosts Rachel at Running Rachel and Janice at Fitness Cheerleader.
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Read what the other linkers, are sharing. Visit at least 2 other bloggers’ posts and share some support by commenting and engaging with each other. The more you support, the more support you will get back.
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says
Looks like you are having a pretty active week and staying on your plan. Fun link up perhaps I will try to join in. I’m doing the Meatless Monday so not sure if I can do a double Monday post. have a great day
RFC says
What a great idea! I will start NEXT Monday for sure!
Jen @ Pretty Little Grub says
I love this idea! Will link up next week forsure.
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says
Your plan looks fantastic, Rachel! I need to do yoga more often, too. It feels so good when I do it but it’s so easy for me to skip.
Janice - Fitness Cheerleader says
Great job, and great plan my friend! I hope that the stars line up nicely for your Saturday long run!
Larisa Dixon (@0to26point2) says
I love that you are planning your nutrition too. I need to start doing it. I will def link up to this starting next Monday. Thanks for posting.
Stephanie says
What a great plan! I need to start being more focused about planning. Right now I am kind of flying by the seat of my pants. I am 85% healthy eating and I have to get back on track with my exercise… Thanks for the motivation!
MCM Mama says
Sounds like a great start to the week. I’m lucky if I manage to plan our dinners and a vague plan of what workouts I’ll do.
Diatta @ Femme Fitale Fit Club says
Oh wow this is a cool new link up! I recap my week but hadn’t thought about actually talking about my future plans. Something I need to consider.
Abby @ BackAtSquareZero says
My nutrition plan this week is pretty WW based, just trying to stick to my points.
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
I have health issues that directly affect my motivation. I think it’s key that I focus on good nutrition by following some of your/your friend’s example.
steph says
What a great idea! Accountability is key.
Hoping you get that solo run in…
Sandra Laflamme says
Love this link up! Great idea Rachel and Janice!
jill conyers says
I love tuna avo lettuce wraps. Quick, easy and tasty!
Cassi says
Sunday I started Body Beast. Leg day was surprisingly easy.
Colleen says
You are amazing motivation to so many.