December 14, 2024
Most people don’t think about their health until it’s gone… then it’s ALL they think about.
At 41, I’ve learned that fitness after 40 isn’t about intense workouts or strict diets – it’s about smart, sustainable choices that stick.
Core Principles
Decide your standards before you’re hungry.
Willpower is weakest when you’re tired or starving.
Pre-plan meals and snacks to avoid making emotional choices.
The Power of Routine
A routine beats motivation.
Motivation comes and goes. A routine keeps you consistent.
Mindset Matters
How you frame cravings matters.
Instead of saying, “I can’t have this,” say, “I don’t eat this.”
The first is restrictive. The second is empowering.
Environment is Everything
Your environment shapes your success.
If junk food is in your house, you’ll eat it eventually.
Stock your fridge and pantry with only what aligns with your goals.
Eliminate Friction
- Keep your gym shoes in the car
- Lay out your clothes the night before
- Prepare fruits & veggies in to-go containers
Make it easy to stay on track.
The 80/20 Rule
80% of weight loss is diet.
It’s what you do between workouts that matters most.
It’s easier to avoid eating a donut than to burn it off.
Diet is the key to losing weight. Exercise is the key to energy, stress relief and a better mood.
Mindful Eating
Stop eating at 80% full.
Overeating is often habit, not hunger.
Slow down, and stop when you feel satisfied, not stuffed.
Automation is Key
Automate workouts and meal times to remove decision fatigue.
Set Yourself Up for Success
I prep all my meals on Sunday.
My gym bag stays packed in my car.
I stock my kitchen with only healthy options.
Make Movement Easy
Walking counts as exercise.
I take stairs instead of elevators.
I park farther from entrances.
Control Your Environment
No junk food in my house means no late-night temptations.
I keep fruit visible on my counter.
I store healthy snacks at eye level in my fridge.
The Real Secret
Diet determines weight loss.
Exercise gives you energy.
Together, they’re unbeatable.
Bottom Line
Start before you feel ready.
Focus on habits, not outcomes.
Small changes today create big results tomorrow.
A healthy lifestyle isn’t about perfection – it’s about consistency. Make good choices easy, bad choices hard, and focus on progress over perfection. That’s how lasting change happens.
At MyBodyTutor, we help people stay consistent with these practices every day so they can see real results.
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If you’re struggling to stick with healthy habits, you’re definitely not alone.