I remember watching the movie, "The Terminator", and seeing Lynda Hamilton with her incredible toned physique. She had six pack abs, lean legs, and her arms and shoulder were amazing.

For me, that was inspiring and I decided to use her body as my inspiration towards achieving the body of my dreams. Every time I went into the gym, I imagined her body as mine and working out as she did in that scene in the movie.

I used all my senses to recreate this scene and never stopped. The hard work and visualization paid off, about 8 months later I had accomplished exactly what I had set out to do.

I certainly had my challenges along the way, but vowed never to give up. As time passed, I forgot about the image I had in my mind of Lynda Hamilton's character and strangers came up to me and would say "Do you know you look like Lynda Hamilton?"

I was in complete awe when they said that, because they had no idea that is exactly what I was imaging for myself. Even years later, I would still have people that would say that to me.

It wasn't until I started to research more and experience more of how my visualization process is one of the most powerful things you can do to get not only the body of your dreams, but anything else you want to accomplish in your life.

Here are some helpful tips to start visualizing and creating the slim and toned body you desire:

Get a collage of photos with bodies you like and cut out your head and put it on the bodies you want.

Take about 15 minutes a day to visualize the exact image you want for your body.

Imagine how it will look and feel, as well as using your other senses.

Come up with powerful affirmations that will help you link the image that you are creating for yourself.

When you are faced with challenges, affirm to yourself "I will do whatever it takes, and I am committed to my goal"

Reward yourself each time you get closer to your goal, something other than food.

It's also a good idea to surround yourself with people that are supportive of your goals. Get a support system in place. You can do this online, or hiring a coach. I encourage you to read inspiring stories of others who have overcome any type of body challenge.

If you can see it in your mind, then you can achieve it.