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Everyone gets in a slump once in a while, and sometimes it’s hard to find your way out. But don’t throw in the towel! Instead, find a way to get back in control. Here are some tricks:

• SURROUND YOURSELF WITH PEOPLE WHO INSPIRE YOU. I like to be around fit people because they inspire me to work out more. Finding a workout buddy can also help give you that push to keep you on track.

• PENCIL YOURSELF IN. We are all busy, and finding time for exercise can be hard. I schedule my workouts in my calendar, as I would a business meeting or doctor’s appointment.

• GO PUBLIC. Committing yourself publicly, whether it’s to friends in person or on social media or even via a blog, can help you stay on track. We don’t like to let others down, so this public proclamation can keep us from breaking our commitment to ourselves.

• THINK SMALL. Sure, you may want to lose 20, 30 or 40 pounds, or maybe even more. But think of it this way: Every pound lost brings you a pound closer to your goal. So celebrate every small accomplishment, whether it’s simply hitting the gym instead of the snooze button or passing on seconds of your favorite dessert.

• MAKE A LIST AND CHECK IT OFTEN. Jot down a list of all the reasons you want to eat healthfully, get in better shape and lose weight. Maybe it’s for your family or an upcoming holiday; maybe you’re sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. Keep the list handy and refer to it whenever your motivation starts to flag.