This is not temporary. You do NOT want to go back to the old you.
Understand you are makng a permanent change, and commit to a new healthy, happier lifestyle.
2. Get Support - Everyone needs help. The best support you can get is from others just like you, going through the same struggle you are. You can also find people on line or even at your workplace that are probably doing the same thing !
3. Track Those Numbers - Calorie counting isn't much fun, but it's easy and takes two seconds to do. Track what you eat, don't guess or make rough estimates. Read the labels and know exactly how many calories you are consuming each day. A great website that helps take the guess work out of calorie content is myfitnesspal.com.
4. Go Public - When you tell your family and friends about your goals you create two groups of people. The first are those who will support you, and you will be driven by the fact you do not want to let them down. Some will be edgy at first but that will turn to envy once they see your amazing transformation !
5. Take Photos - Humans are very visual. So photos that show your progress have an amazing impact to motivate you. You should weigh in every week, and take a photo too. Put together a binder with all your measurements and photos. Whenever you doubt what you are doing or feel down - grab that binder and see how far you've come, and see what you risk going back to if you give-up now. Start a "motivation board" with your goals, affirmation pics and anything that you feel motivates you to succeed. Pick up Oxygen magazine for a start - just reading it keeps me motivated !!!
6. Don't Take Magic Pills - Because there is no such thing! People want the easy way out and guess what - Exercise and healthy eating, always has been and always will be the safest most sure fire way to a strong body and lifelong health. I know those infomercials are convincing - but remember they're just advertisements - and the companies care more about money than your health. That's just the way they try to hook you !
Most important of all is that you give each of these a shot.
Everyone is different, so they won't all work for you, but if one or two do - then it will have been more than worthwhile ! As always I am here to assist with any questions / concerns you may have !
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small #7....Don't be afraid of weight training ! It's a great way to tone and get your metabolism firing !
Peace, Love and Fitness !
"Inspire, Create, Motivate"
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