1. We came to believe that we are worth the effort to get into shape.

2. Identify the obstacles that have become barriers for getting into and staying in shape.

3. Honestly assess the negative self-talk allowing obstacles to become barriers.

4. List the fitness barriers, including an honest self-appraisal, and admit them to another person.

5. Create a plan-of-action for each barrier, including re-directed thinking to overcome obstacles instead of letting them become barriers.

6. Let go of the frustrations you cannot control to a higher power.

7. Carry your message of how you are learning to overcome obstacles to others who desire to make similar changes in their lives.