I recently read several emails from people who don’t blog but wanted to tell me they enjoyed my blog and wanted give feedback on certain topics. There are people out there who aren’t blogging because they feel like they aren’t good writers or don’t know what to say and I think thats a shame. Anyone can blog, practice makes perfect. When I write a post I don’t worry about sentence structure or grammar, I just write. Once its done I read back through it to see if it makes a reasonable amount of sense and then I press publish. Easy peasy!
I’ve listed my top 8 reasons for writing a weight loss blog and maybe you have some that you’d like to add to the list. What are your reasons for blogging about weight loss, health and fitness?
1. Accountability: I blog to stay accountable to myself but knowing that others are checking in on me makes me try just a little bit harder too. I started the Healthy You Challenge for myself first and to help others second. I needed accountability on this journey. Without it, I would have been one of those people who once had a weight loss blog but I haven’t posted in a long time. There is something about putting it out there for the world to see that makes it real and keeps you accountable.
2. Support: Support is something you get when you give. Make sense? If you’re writing a blog and you want support, start by visiting a few blogs. Find bloggers with goals similar to yours and show them support and most of them will do the same in return. Don’t limit yourself to just those who have the same number of pounds to lose as you do. Some of my biggest cheerleaders have only had 10 pounds to lose or have already reached their goal. Don’t count anyone out or think they can’t relate to you, we all share similar struggles. Support comes in all shapes and sizes.
3. Inspiration: There are bloggers out there who have lost a staggering amount of weight and are a huge inspiration to all of us. There are bloggers out there who have been consistent in their efforts and have taught us lessons in perseverance. Some blog about a healthy lifestyle and live it every day. Others share their workout and fitness tips. Weight loss, healthy lifestyle and fitness bloggers don’t really get a lot of acknowledgment in the blogging world but there is so much heart and soul out there just waiting to be discovered. You can find inspiration in someone’s success and inspiration in watching someone overcome another struggle, seeing them pick themselves up and dust themselves off and prepare to fight another day. There is no shortage of inspiration out there, not sure where to get started, have a look to the right at my blogroll or go to Tuesday's post and see all of those HYC bloggers who signed in for the week to stay accountable. Inspiration is everywhere!
4. Ideas: Reading other weight loss, healthy lifestyle and fitness blogs have provided ideas for mind, body and spirit. I've found practical tips and ideas. Another blogger may have posted a problem and reading through some of the suggestions other bloggers give them triggers something that spurs me to action in my own life. Ideas for meal planning, recipes and new foods to try. I’ve read honest reviews on fitness products and found ideas for enhancing my workout. I’ve also found ideas on soothing my spirit through meditation and relaxation. You can share your ideas with the world and get feedback from others who may have been down the same path. There are a plethora of topics being discussed today and there really is something for everyone.
5. Reference: Writing this blog for nearly two years gives me written reference of where I’ve been and helps me plan where I need to go. Its nice to be able to look back and read my words, not only do I see how far I’ve come but it also allows me to kick myself back in gear by remembering how strong I am.
6. Therapeutic: Part of weight loss blogging for me has been about working through issues I have in my world. I’ve put them out there for the world to see and I’ve received a tremendous amount of feedback, suggestions, ideas, support and encouragement. There have been times when I thought that I was the only one who felt a certain way or the only one who ever did something and I’d blog about it and find that so many others out there have been through the same thing and also found that people aren’t as judgmental as I thought they’d be. Even though some couldn’t relate personally, they understood and it makes you feel a little less alone in this world.
7. Friendship: I just can't say enough about this one. I never expected to make friends in the blogging world. I’ve been fortunate to meet two of my fellow weight loss bloggers in person and get a chance to bond face to face with them but I’ve also made lifelong friendships with people from around the world through blogging. Some I may never meet face to face but I know we’ll be lifelong friends.
8. Fun stuff and Freebies – Companies often promote their new products by sharing them with bloggers. Bloggers give away stuff and most of the the time all you need to do is leave a comment to enter to win. Your odds of winning are pretty good too. I won a Biggest Loser prize pack and I’ve been fortunate enough to be asked to give away several great prizes. And YES I will be blogging about a new giveaway very soon so stay tuned!
So there you have it, my top eight reasons why you should be blogging about your weight loss journey, healthy lifestyle or fitness. I know that most of you reading have already started your blog but there are a few of you out there who are still on the fence. Today is a great day to start: blogger and wordpress are two easy to use sites that can get you started blogging in just minutes! What are you waiting for? Start writing!
What are your reasons for blogging? Who are your favorite bloggers? Where do you find what you need from blogging? Leave a comment and let me know.
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