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Set Positive, Realistic Goals
You didn't put on 20, 30 or 100 extra pounds overnight, and it won't come off that quickly either. It takes time to reverse the effects of years of over eating and inactivity so talk with your doctor about setting realistic weight-loss goals.
When it comes to exercise, many adults with ADHD set goals that are unrealistically high - and unwittingly set the stage for failure. For instance, if you say that you'll work out for 30 minutes but manage only 15, you may feel so discouraged that you skip your next workout session.
Here's a better idea: First, decide upon the absolute minimum amount of exercise that you find acceptable - for example, working out for 15 minutes twice a week. Then set an easy maximum workout goal - maybe 30 minutes twice a week. Chances are, you'll have no trouble reaching your minimum goal - and there's a pretty good chance that you'll also exceed your maximum too.
Meeting your goals makes you feel good and encourages you to stick with your workouts. Also remember to increase your minimum and maximum goals periodically so you don't get in a rut.
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