For many people the New Year means a fresh start, and another New Year’s resolution. And while making the resolution to lose weight is easy, keeping it, can be a challenge.
It's easier to stay motivated and stick to your New Year's resolution when you see your progress. Weigh yourself every day to stay motivated.
It is critical to know what truly motivates you to lose the weight. Keeping in your mind a concrete reason will have a tremendous impact as you proceed with your weight loss efforts.
Your desire to change must be greater than your desire to stay the same. When you are convinced that losing weight is more important than what you are giving up, then you are ready for action and you will likely succeed.
Motivate yourself daily. Focus on the reasons why you must lose weight every day. Is it health, or is it fear? Some people, me included, require fear.
One way to stay motivated is to imagine what you will lose if you do not reach your goal.
Plan ahead. Plan a healthy menu and write a shopping list to take to the store. It’s easier to stick to your nutrition goals when you have a list while shopping.
Losing weight is a commitment to behavioral changes. A number of behavioral and eating strategies that have worked for me may also work for you. [more]
There's so much out there when it comes to weight-loss tips, and it can be hard to separate what works from what's just a fad — especially when you're just starting out on your weight-loss journey.
ReplyDeleteChanging life is not an easy task and often it is the hardest thing to do in one's life. The only person that can make it come true is you. Thanks for your encouragement, I just started with my weight loss program as well.
ReplyDeleteThere is a will, there is a way. Although it is not easy to lose the weight, but it is still possible if you pay attention to the diet and do more exercises.
ReplyDeleteAchieving a goal is easier and more feasible when there's encouragement.
ReplyDeleteThe best motivation is to look at those who have achieved and understand how the did it. Reading this blog is a great head-start to assure self transformation since the writer himself sets as the example of how effective his approach is.
It is very easy to make resolutions, but very difficult to remain committed to your decisions. Your motivation should come within from yourself, a feeling of looking great should convince you for what is best for you....we have to keep trying. Never give up.
ReplyDeleteI think the one & only way to weight loss routine will truly work is if some one can make up his/her mind completely and aim for his/her weight loss goal little by little... That's what worked for me, but then like the article says, "think skinny" because you wanna make sure the weight you lost is gone for the long run, not just a couple of months or weeks.
ReplyDeleteI maintain a journal for weight loss. I put motivational quotes and photos of people I admire in it. When I feel demotivated I usually go through the journal and feel upbeat again. I even write my experience in it so that I can always look back at what I have achieved.
ReplyDeleteGoing for a change is difficult but with right amount of motivation it is absolutely possible to stick to a weight loss program and achieve results. We should go for small changes and make them into habits. Giving up sodas and alcohol and getting 15 minutes of walk everyday will go a long run in boosting our confidence and eventually lose weight.
ReplyDeleteIt is not that easy to say. We have to work hard to keep out body healthy and strong.
ReplyDeleteI believe you can.
ReplyDeleteYes, you can change your life. To start losing weight, try setting goals. The key to reaching your weight loss goals is to create goals that are:
ReplyDelete• Realistic: Talk to your health care provider and choose an amount to lose that you can achieve. Then decide how many pounds you can lose in the first weeks and month. Usually losing 1-2 pounds per week, or about five pounds per month, is realistic.
• Specific: Develop a very specific plan of action. First set your long term goal: “I will lose 20 pounds.” Then set short-term goals so you can keep track of your progress. Then develop specific steps to reach your short-term goal: “I will lose 5 pounds this month by walking 3 times a week and eating smaller portion sizes.”
• Measurable: Make sure you can measure your progress often, both your action steps and your progress towards your goal. Keep a food and exercise journal. Weigh yourself once a week and write down the numbers.
• Positive: Make your goals related to values that are important to you. Think to yourself, “I want to be at a healthy weight so I can live long to be with my grandchildren,” or “I want to take care of myself so I can be independent and stay active in my community.” Always remind yourself why it’s important that you lose weight. Think of the benefit to you, your family and your community.
• Action Oriented: Write down the exact steps you will take to achieve your weight loss goals. Include what you will do, not just what you won’t do.
Permanent weight loss is possible. And to do this you must eat smarter. It means to eat a nutritious, balanced diet that promotes weight loss. The main challenge is this: you must cut calories without going hungry. Fruits and vegetables are the foundation of a healthy diet. The health benefits of fruits and vegetables come from numerous vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals working together synergistically.
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