Self-Discipline

How to Develop Self-Discipline 

1. Eat often and eat healthy! I’m sure you’re no stranger to the term “hangry.” When you’re hangry you’re more likely to feel pessimistic and unmotivated. Staying energized by eating good foods rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein is essential in giving you the appropriate amount of energy to tackle your daily fitness goals. 


2. Remove distractions! It would be great if it were easy to ignore your phone on the desk beside you or ignore the potato chips in your cupboard. But the reality is that no one has that much self-control right off the bat. The best way to build self-discipline is to remove those temptations all together. Put your phone in another room and don’t buy chips at the store. 


3. Embrace the struggle! Especially when starting out, self-discipline can be both mentally and physically uncomfortable. While this can be really discouraging, sticking it out is the only way to improve. Remember that the initial discomfort won’t last forever, after some time you’ll get used to the routine.

4. Reward your good behavior! Much like building muscle or losing weight, self-discipline is a slow process that you have to ease yourself into. Take some time to think about what an appropriate reward for a week of good self-discipline could be for you. A fancy massage, a sweet treat, or a movie night can go a long way in training your brain to see self-discipline as a good thing.

We recommend joining us at the Fit 4 Life Fitness Center Facebook group. You can chat with us and see first-hand that while the struggle is real, you’re not alone and people just like you are winning small victories everyday.

5. Forgive your mistakes! You’re not going to be perfectly self-disciplined right away and that’s okay. It’s normal and natural to fail from time to time. It doesn’t have to be the end of the world. Instead of wallowing in shame, acknowledge your mistake and then get right back to work. Don’t let a few hiccups define you because you’re worth more than that. 

So there you have it, five tips to help you improve your self-discipline. Once you nail these, not only will you find staying fit so much easier, but you’ll be able to apply self-discipline to other facets of your life.

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