Self-motivation and a great deal of effort are often quoted as being qualities you need for long-lasting fitness. There may be a bit of truth in that but these are likewise the reasons that numerous people cannot stick to a program of exercise because they do not have the natural willpower to do it. If this is you, then it does not mean you are lazy because it actually comes down to not having a strong enough desire to go on. Our dominant thoughts will be reflected in the things we do and we can alter our thinking patterns through the decisions we make. If you desire to be fitter, learning how to visualize may hold the key and we will now see what this involves.

Holding an image in your mind and to focus on this, is nearly all people's understanding of what visualizing is. You may have discovered that what takes place is that your thoughts begin going from one thing to another instead of remaining focused. In your head, you must also put in some intense feelings that will come from what fitness will actually mean to you and your life. Absolute clarity is essential for this because it needs to be your vision and not influenced by another person. Once you do this, it is a matter of then tying in an emotion to that end goal. Fat loss or a great body might be your aim, so you must be able to tap into the feelings of realizing these goals when you picture them in your mind.

There are methods to speed up the way you visualize and this can include hypnosis or using audio and video programs. The chief objective is that you begin to notice the way you feel as the vision you now have is perfectly clear. At any time you are exercising, you can visualize simultaneously and this will give greater emphasis to your workout. A subtle change will begin to occur as you automatically look at fitness as part of your life and self-discipline is no longer needed. Visualizing the way we have described will help you stop the self sabotage that may have kept you from sticking to any exercise regime.

The benefits of learning how to do this, is that it can be used in other aspects of your life. Perhaps one of the emotions you associate with being fit is how this will improve your personal relationships or your ability to advance your career. If you connect all facets of your life in this way, you can begin to form a vision of the person you are becoming and you will not want to return to the old unhealthy you.

The advantages of being fit and healthy are there for you and if you can envision it, you can make it happen.