Give your self some self- love!

I think we often forget to think about our accomplishments during the day. Any accomplishment is worth recognizing, no matter how big or small! This idea of self love is very important in the gym. If you usually only go on the treadmill for 15 minutes but you pushed yourself to 20 minutes today then, congratulate yourself because that's freakin awesome! 

When you set goals for your self don't just focus on getting to that exact finish line. Instead, motivate and congratulate your self along the way. For example my goal was to hit the 50 pound mark on a lifting machine. When I started doing 20 pounds instead of ten I gave myself self love because that's one step closer to my goal! 

So when you are working towards goals remind yourself to give yourself a pat on the back at the accomplishments along the way. Every step in the right direction deserves recognition. 

Talking to yourself is a good way to remind yourself of your accomplishments and goals. Listen to what you say in your head. Is that voice inside your head encouraging or just saying "you loser you still can't lift those weights?" 

The bottom line here is two use motivating and encouraging self-talk inside your head. And give yourself some love!