How do you stay on track with your fitness and health goals? Is there a certain time of the year that is more difficult? The holiday’s immediately come to mind but for me the summer is the most difficult time! Summer is my favorite season because there are so many activities, and activities mean unplanned dinners and less time to squeeze in a workout. The first thing I try to remember is we all only have one life to live so gosh dang it we better live it up! So I am not extremely hard on my self if I miss a workout or have a scoop of ice cream after the pool, but I know I feel way better when I stick to my typical diet and workout routine. So let’s chat about somethings I do to stay on track during the summer. As always chime in if you have any ideas to add!

• Be Realistic: Like I stated above I know the summer is a bit busier, so I might only get in a half hour workout instead of a full hour on a Saturday and that is completely fine!

• Make a Plan: I am a planner year around but during the summer I make sure to plan time for workouts and even grocery shopping so neither of those chores get left off the list.

• Build a Support Group: Yes, we might be traveling more during the summer but find out which friends will wake up early and go walking or will willingly bring a healthy food option as well as the S’Mores!

• Take It a Day at a Time: Don’t let one day of missing a workout or over eating ruin your entire week. Wake up each morning with the intention of meeting your health and wellness goals no matter what happened the day before.

• Find an Accountability Partner: This can be a friend, spouse, or a personal trainer at Live Fit. It is important to have some body to chat with about your health and wellness goals so you don’t feel completely alone during the process! Live Fit personal trainers would love to assist you in any way possible during your health health journey.