You can achieve your goal as long as you follow these ten tips to creating your perfect outcome.

1- Keep the momentum - you may miss a workout here and there, or eat junk food in a moment of stress, but don't let that be a reason to quit... get back in the game as soon as you can.

2- Use positive self-talk - we all have an inner voice that moves us forward towards our goals... or keeps us from achieving them. What does YOUR inner voice say?

3- Have written and clearly defined goals that are measurable and time bound - do not leave this to chance. Be specific about what you want, when you want it and an action plan of how you are going to achieve it.

4- Don't reinvent the wheel - If something is already proven, backed by reliable scientific evidence, why wouldn't you want to follow it exactly as it is?

5- Be willing to pay for it - This is not just about the money. It could cost you time, hard work, going out of your comfort zone, and this is where people often give up or use these "obstacles" as excuses. You cannot put a price on your health... it makes everything in your life run smoothly.

6- Run your own race, wear blinders if you have to - Do not let the "nay-sayers" and "sabotagers" get in your way. Stay focused and surround yourself with people who support you and your goal.

7- Make sure you want it bad enough - Is this goal worthy of your best efforts? Have a strong and powerful reason for wanting to achieve your goal.

8- Make sure it is consistent with your values - will this affect your responsibilities? Is it consistent with the way you see yourself?

9- Always buy the best equipment, don't scrimp - you will end up saving a lot of time and money in the long run if you just do it right to the best of your ability in the first place.

10- Have a large goal in mind but chunk it down into smaller goals - When your goals are achievable you will feel a sense of accomplishment. Set progressively higher goals to keep the momentum.

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Lauren Miller is a Professional Life Coach and Certified Personal trainer who specializes in coaching for weight-loss. When Lauren made the shift from personal trainer to wellness coach, her clients were more successful... with just a simple regularly scheduled coaching phone call. Why? It's not the exercise or nutrition plan you follow... there are different ways to get your desired result. What is most important is what keeps you motivated to stay on your plan. That's what coaching with Lauren will do for you.