This mindset can make-or-break your results – especially this time of year. It has to do with “either/or” thinking … and in a nutshell, it works like this: Either you’re 100% on track... or you’re completely off. If you’ve ever said, “I’ll start in the New Year,” or “I’ll start on Monday,” chances are you were caught in this kind of thinking. Another clue that you may be in an ‘either/or” mindset: If you eat something “off your diet” … you completely blow it the rest of the day, instead of getting right back on track. Sound at all familiar? This mindset is sneaky because when you’re “ON” or “GOOD” ... you are all-in and feel like you’re making amazing progress. BUT the problem is ... it’s pretty much IMPOSSIBLE to maintain in the long run. One little slip-up can make you feel like a failure and want to give up – which can mean undoing ALL of the progress you made. But there IS good news. There’s a happy medium that’s built on MODERATION. It’s all about making healthy choices – choices that add value, energy, and positivity to your life ... choices that actually make you FEEL BETTER … without being “ON” or “OFF” or “GOOD” or “BAD.” For example, during the holiday season that could mean: If you’ve been telling yourself, “I’ll wait till January to get started,” … What if instead, you decided to make deliberate choices on a case-by-case basis? You won’t lose ground – you’ll still be able to enjoy your favorites – and you can break out of that “good” or “bad” cycle of thinking. What do you think? Willing to give it a try over the next few weeks? Let us know in the comments below! If you're ready to take that next step forward towards your goals, our Los Gatos personal trainers are here for you. Fill out the "Request More Information Now" box above to receive your free consultation and experience the Method3 difference OR call us (408) 371-1212 to connect. We're looking forward to talking with you! Method3 Fitness is conveniently located in San Jose. Our team of personal trainers serve clients in Los Gatos, Campbell, Willow Glen and other surrounding Bay Area cities. If you found this blog useful, be sure to LIKE, LEAVE A COMMENT, and SHARE it on your favorite channel! The Method3 Fitness blog is updated weekly by our San Jose personal trainers. All content is designed to improve the way you move, eat, and think so you can achieve your goals and live stronger for today. Check back here each week and LIKE our Fan Page, to stay up to date on the latest tips, strategies and methods to get fit, lose fat, and build confidence.