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Everyone could use a few more pointers about how to get in shape. Well, everyone except the lucky few that can manage to stay fit year round. So what kinds of things are usually recommended to get started?

It’s great to begin with an honest personal assessment.

What is my weight at now?

Looks can be deceiving so don’t try to eyeball it or go with what you’ve been saying your weight is this whole time. It’s better to get a concrete figure so you know where you’re working from.

What is your body mass index (BMI)?

Calculating your BMI is relatively simple and requires only a bit of math.

BMI = (Weight in pounds *703)/Height in inches * Height in inches

After that you can check to see where you stand:

BMI Below 18.5 : Underweight

BMI from 18.5 – 24.9 : Normal

BMI from 25-29.9: Overweight

BMI of 30 and above: Obese

What is your target weight?

This is obviously left to the discretion of the exerciser, but it’s best to keep it within a BMI that’s normal.  Once you’ve set a concrete target, write it down.

How long do you want to take to be able to achieve that weight?

Be optimistic, but realistic. You don’t want to set goals too high otherwise you may disappoint yourself if you don’t achieve it and give up. It’s better to set only a slightly overly optimistic number so you are motivated to achieve something difficult that is also possible.

What are your eating habits today and how can you change them for the better?

Proper nutrition is very important. If you are exercising but starving yourself at the same time then you will damage your body. It needs time to recharge after a workout and if you don’t have proper nutrition you will exacerbate the process. A good workout is not as effective without the diet solution, too.

Are you getting good sleep?

This is a big one that a lot of people miss. Your body needs to rest after a workout so that it can repair itself. Getting good sleep is crucial because this is a time not only to replenish you physically and mentally, but also to help with almost every aspect of your life.

Can you find someone to work out with?

Having a partner really helps to keep you motivated. You may be used to your own habits, but having someone else hold you up to higher standards will be much harder to suppress.

Finally, reward yourself!

Part of developing new habits means embracing them psychologically. Sure, you can eat that chocolate, but why not eat only after you’ve worked out and had a good replenishing meal? That way, you’ll train yourself to chase the reward and do the work.