Getting that body confidence back.
It's been a good few months since Christmas, and perhaps some of those Christmas pounds are still lingering with the January blues and heading back to work and reality. It can be a stressful time, with a lack of motivation for work, socialising and even working out. However, the warmer, happier months are heading this way, and already those beautiful spring evenings are probably putting you in a good mood. The flowers are blooming, and your energy is up, but are you confident yet in your body and are you ready for those impending bikini holidays! Your days of feeling confident can easily come back to you, it's all about perseverance and of course, that desire to look and feel good, just in time for the holiday season!
Getting back your motivation may not be easy, but you have to start somewhere, and feeling confident in your body, means saying yes to more things, which in turn, allows you to create more memories and stop saying no to things. Firstly, try to stop comparing your body to others. It's a common problem that many of us have and it's ruining your confidence and making you feel more miserable.
Every body is different, and this is based on genetics, lifestyle factors and much more. We all come in different shapes and sizes, and you may be surprised at how many other people may envy your body, even if you're feeling miserable about it! Your weight and height should be evenly spaced out, which is why we measure our BMI. You can do this online easily with a calculator based on your weight and height.
Most of the time, we feel we need to tone up a little bit more, rather than losing weight. Drastic weight loss is never good and it's something that we can easily get sucked into by reading the gossip magazines and seeing tons of airbrushed models!
Start by getting into a routine, and this does not mean having to pay a hefty gym membership, but rather taking a brisk walk on a morning, or an evening stroll, just staying active by walking can be very beneficial to your bodily cycles.
Why not try cycling, or perhaps even swimming which is a fabulous full body workout without a huge strain on you physically. Start eating your treats in moderation and plan your meals, which is good for you mentally and also lighter on your wallet.
You don't waste as much food! Create some healthy juices to start the day! By starting your diet early in spring, by the time those beautiful summer days roll around, you'll be seeing the results; and before long, you'll be feeling confident to wear those sassy luxury swimwear pieces again that you can find at knicker locker.
Often women feel a little happier with a tan. Fake tan can be just as good as a natural one if you find the right one for you. Try a gradual tanner if you're worried about any orange streaks, and then it's a more gradual and natural process and can really make you feel happier in your own skin.
Get your notepads at the ready and start planning, get ahead of the game, and feel more confident again!