Fit Dad Nation

Anyone can get motivated for a short period of time, especially if you have a very specific reason or goal. But motivation doesn't last and if you rely on it solely to get you through the ups and downs of your fitness program, you'll likely end up failing. Much like willpower, motivation is a finite resource, and the rush of adrenaline you get after watching Rocky 3 or watching The Iron Cowboy doing 50 Ironman Triathlons in 50 days, will wear off pretty quickly. Instead, I propose using two things to help you stay focused on your goals and that's inspiration and habit. Inspiration is the thing that lights you up inside and resonates with you on a deep emotional level. Maybe it was your father dying in his fifties from diabetes and you're scared it might happen to you. Maybe you've always been the "fat guy" and it's shaken your confidence in yourself. Or maybe you're a former athlete and want to feel strong and athletic again. There is no right answer for this and you'll have to look deep to find what truly in