The best way I found to get out of that rut is to replace the memory (or habit) with a new one. What can you replace that feeling with?
We are creatures of habit...just replace the ones you don't like with the ones you do. It takes 21 days to change your habits, they say....so stick with it for 3 weeks.
It sneaks in slowly. You might not notice it at first, but pretty soon, its presence is undeniable. It’s all around, and it’s affecting your actions. Your workouts are going nowhere. Sooner or later, this happens to everyone.
When you’re stuck in a rut and no longer seeing progress, it’s important to figure out how to get out of the slump and back on track. When your progress begins to slow, re-evaluate your plan, and then start back at it. Read on to learn which culprit is to blame for your fading energy, and what you can do to give it a boost.
If you’re doing the same exact thing every time you work out, your body will become conditioned to the exercise. Pretty soon, the challenge is gone, and you’ve stopped improving and seeing visible results. But how does this happen—even when you’re being consistent?
Say you’re doing bicep curls several times a week with the same weight and the same number of reps. It used to be hard, but after awhile, you can do it with ease. Instead of basking in the effortlessness of the workout, bump it up! Increase the frequency and intensity of the activity, and you’ll start to see more progress. Shock your body into making changes
Water is another key to a successful workout. Drink water throughout the day on a consistent basis, but also make sure to drink extra water during your workout since you lose hydration through sweat. Water helps keep your joints moving fluidly and your muscles primed for exercising.
Intense cardio and strength training causes your muscle fibers to tear. To a certain extent, this is a good thing, because it gives them a chance to build back up, stronger and better than ever. But if you aren’t giving your body enough rest at night, then your body is going to have a difficult time recovering from workouts. Your progress might halt—or go backwards! If you’re slipping into a workout rut, examine your sleeping patterns. You should be getting seven or eight hours of sleep each night to give your body a chance to refuel and recover from the previous day’s work. If a good night’s sleep isn’t part of your daily routine, re-examine your healthy lifestyle plan.
If stress is a part of your daily life, eventually you’ll become emotionally and physically drained—if you’re not there already. Signs of overstress include tight muscles, headaches, and trouble sleeping—all of which can affect your workouts.
While exercise helps relieve some stress, if your life is in overdrive, it can’t get rid of all your tension. As stress builds up, take time to get organized, breathe deeply and ask for help. Your workout routine will actually improve!
As the weather chills and the days get shorter, I am getting excited about the fall and fall flavors like pumpkin pie, hot cider, soups and stews for dinner. Here is a delicious way to bring the flavor of pumpkin cheesecake into your morning breakfast which I found on Pinch My Salt. I altered it a bit to make it skinnier and it was perfect! It's like having a little bit of dessert for breakfast.
Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese
Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 12 • Serving Size: 1 oz • Calories: 63 • Points: 1.5 pts
8 oz Philadelphia 1/3 fat cream cheese
1/2 cup pureed pumpkin (canned is fine)
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp agave nectar
Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl and beat until smooth. You can easily 1/4 or halve this recipe if you wish to make less.
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