I came across this great quote from IFBB Pro Zoa Lindsey today and thought it summarized the optimal mindset when it comes to contest prep or just dieting for fat loss and a leaner physique in general.

"Dieting really is just a 'waiting game'. You do what you need to do, don't think about it too much and just 'wait' for the body to be revealed!" - Zoa Lindsey

How perfectly put is that?

I often say something similar in the context of the irrational obsession over bodyweight. I'll talk about daily water fluctuations, water retention and women, measurements, etc., but what it comes down to is ...

Do the right things consistently enough and long enough and your fat loss (and subsequently bodyweight) will take care of itself over time.

Stop fretting over the minutia of little bodyweight fluctuations and focus on the bigger picture. Don't think about it, enjoy the process and wait for your body to be revealed.

Posted Jan 25, 2010 by Erik Ledin.
This entry is filed under Motivation.