Weight Loss

Successful Weight Loss that Goes Beyond Calorie Counting …

Successful weight loss goes beyond calorie counting. The journey to lose 50, 30 or even 10 pounds can seem endless. You get off to a great start and then somewhere down the road stuff happens. Keeping on track is easier said than done, but staying the course is a true prerequisite to finishing.

These 5 extra essentials are a must to help ensure the success we all want when fighting the weight loss battle. Although physical activity and good nutrition have their ultimate merits, it’s easier to accomplish your goal when you feel good, have support and believe you can do it.

These 5 tips will help you achieve your goals:

1) Win, lose or withdraw.

Do you withdraw when you are overweight? Maintaining contact with friends is important. Isolation can lead to depression which can lead to overeating. Try keeping in touch with supportive friends who accept you.

2) Get focused.

Losing weight has to be a lifestyle choice. If you are trying to accomplish several major things at this time, think again. You need to decide how much time, energy, resources, and personal effort you will put forth to reach your new dress or suit size.

3) Drown the negatives.

Success is much more difficult when you have opposition. Friends who discourage you with negative talk should be kept at a distance. Surround yourself with health conscious people who cheer you along the way. What would winning the Olympic goal be if it were a secret, not televised, and millions watching were not cheering the winners?

4) Love yourself now.

Always be good to you. This means if you achieve your goal for that week and you want to buy some special clothing or get a pedicure, then just do it. Do not make the dreaded mistake of waiting until 50 pounds down the road to look good. Search for life beyond calorie counting.

Love yourself now. It's very interesting, but people take their cues from you. If you feel dowdy, people will address you in that manner. Fix yourself up from the inside out.

5) Come alive and enjoy the ride.

Discover a new hobby, explore a new place, join a writing group, meet new friends, all these adventures add zest to an ordinary life. How many of the 7 wonders have you seen? If you were retired to a nursing home, what adventures would you wish you had captured. Make a list and get going. When you enjoy the ride it is much more pleasant.

It takes a lot of effort to achieve weight loss. There’s more to this journey than calorie counting. Incorporating the 5 extra essentials helps you to embrace this lifestyle while coming alive and enjoying the ride.

In the book Finger Lickin’ Way to Fight the Fat more tips are given including ways to control your appetite, meal planning, and tips for eating on the run.

This information is intended as an educational tool devised to keep you informed of the latest medical knowledge and wellness information. It is not intended to serve as a substitute for changing the treatment advice of your doctor. You should never make a medical change without first consulting your physician.

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