What's the secret to staying fit?

1. Write it down: Write yourself a daily note on a post-it and stick it in a place you will see it; fridge, wallet, front door. Remind yourself that you are wonderful and you deserve the best and so does your body.

2.Buddy system: This tends to be one of the best ways to staying on track. Finding a friend who also wants to get into shape makes it that much easier since you are now accountable to someone who is waiting for you at the gym or at the door with sneakers in hand.

3.Visualize: I love this word, because it truly works. Visualize yourself in great shape, and how you would feel physically and mentally. Do you know that your brain can not tell the difference between reality and imaginary? So think about it; if you start to visualize yourself leading a healthy lifestyle you will start to live it.

4.Reward yourself: Set yourself an attainable goal the first week, such as cutting back on dessert everyday at lunch time. After the week has passed and you stayed on track with your goal, treat yourself to something that would make you happy. One of my clients decided that because she trained 5 days straight she deserved a new pair of lululemon pants. It doesn't have to be over the top, it should be something that makes you happy, such as a manicure, or even a night in and renting a movie with take in sushi.

5. Remember your goals: Write them down and review them daily.

"By persisting in your path, though you forfeit the little, you gain the great."

~Ralph Waldo Emerson