While it is common for some to want to see visible progress straight away, it’s important to understand there are no quick fixes when it comes to health and weight loss.

Progress can appear at different stages and is dependent on a number of lifestyle factors, so it is hard to say exactly when you will begin to notice results.

With this being said, there are a number of things you can do and look out for to ensure you are keeping on track and working towards smashing your goals!

Setting specific goals for what you are hoping to achieve is a great technique to maintain motivation and to help measure progress. We suggest focusing on challenging your own personal bests and improving your fitness, rather than solely basing progress on your physical appearance— this will come with time and be different for everyone.

Another good way to ensure you are keeping track of your results is to be accountable for monitoring your progress in ways that aren’t all dependent on a number on the scale. For instance, taking weekly progress photos can help you to track your progress and allow you to see changes that you may have missed.

An area that most people see dramatic change is within themselves. Really paying attention to how you are feeling after each week is a great way to see how your exercise routine is bettering everything from your energy levels, to your sleep and mood!

Sweat trainer, Kayla Itsines, talks more about the things you can look out for to know you are making progress. You read more about this here.

Maintaining consistency in your program, consuming a healthy, balanced diet and keeping focussed on what you’ve gained throughout the process, should ultimately bring the best results regardless of your situation.