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Helpful Motivation
Okay I am bout to literally type out what is in this magazine. I took one section out because it was for this lady trying to sell her product. Well.. We are on Atkins.
The information provided below is what I consider very motivating and realistic.
Here Goes.
1. It's all about you
Accept the fact that you may respond to a diet in a different way than your neigbor. Some of us lose weight quickly; others don't. Some of us have lots of weight to lose; others have less. Make this dieting attempt about you and your alone. Losing weight for others is a sure path to failure. A personal commitment guarantees success.
2. Plan it out.
Set reasonable goals for weight loss. Give yourself enough time to lose weight at a steady pace. Plan to lose weight in five pound increments. Five pounds of weight is substantial; with every five pounds you lose, you set yourself up for long-term success and continue the desire.
3. Watch out for pitfalls.
Be prepared for obstacles - especially your own sabotage. Figure out how you will deal with boredom, cravings, frustration, and eating out or maybe even derogatory remarks from friends and family. When abirthday cake is being served at the office, take a small piece, but only eat a forkful. These steps will ensure success. - MINUS THE CAKE LOL
4. Map it out.
Most sucessful dieters use a food journal to keep track of their progress. Writing down everything you eat will hep yo identify the trouble spots in your relationship with food. Seeing things on paper makes the though become a reality.
5. Write your story.
Use a similar journal to record your workouts. Great bodies are not born; they're achieved through wieght training and a cardiovascular exercise. The journal will become your personal story, recording your baby steps and your milestones.
6. Practice makes perfect.
Get used to the idea that being successful at weightloss takes time, and lots of practice. You won't get everything right in the first week- why do you think they call it yo-yo dieting? But you will get better at it, as long as you take the time to learn from your mistakes and reacquaint yourself with the workings of your boy. You may be pleasantly surprised at its recuperative powers.
7.Think Positive.
Take the time to learn about your body. Making positive changes is the foundation of succesfull weight control.
8. Don't Sweat it.
Accept the fact that you wil probably cheat, probably more than once. Don't beat yourself up or let it plunge yourself-esteem into the toilet. Instead, use teh experience as an opportunity to motivate yourself to do better. Say to yourself, "Yes, I had those nachoes last night....but I didn't like how I felt afterward. Today will be better day - I'll need rededicate myself to my weight losee goals."
9. BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF!
Monitor your progress every six weeks. Measure your results against your goals. Decide whether you're happy with your weight loss to date or not. If you are progressing nicely, continue in the same way another six weeks. On the other hand, if you are displeased with your results, evaluate your efforts on eating better - youhave been diligently sticking to the program or not? Look at your journal , have you made poor eating choices? Cheated alittle too much? Set our focus on the next six weeks with a renewed determination to get it right.
10. What's in your fridge?
Is the diet food you're eating the reason you aren't losing weight? Many people rely on food product labels to tell them if it's diet-friendly or fat- and sugar free. In some cases, acloser look at the nutrition label is required to determine if a food item is in fact suitable for your diet. Look for hidden fats, sugars, chemical calories, carbs and trans fats. AVOID THESE!
11. It's your life.
Make lifestyle changes not just dietary changed. Those who do are often better able to maintain weight loss for life.
12. Stay Strong.
A negative attitude toward weight loss sets ou on a path to failure. Don't adopt an attitued where you feel hard done by because you can't have what everyone else is having. Feel good that you are making food choices to help you lose weight and imporve your health. Feel empowered by these decisions!
13. Pat yourself on the back!
Congratulate yourself at the end of the day. Every pound lost ins a step closer to a new and beautiful you!
'From Fatloss Mag'
I hope these help guys!
The information provided below is what I consider very motivating and realistic.
Here Goes.
1. It's all about you
Accept the fact that you may respond to a diet in a different way than your neigbor. Some of us lose weight quickly; others don't. Some of us have lots of weight to lose; others have less. Make this dieting attempt about you and your alone. Losing weight for others is a sure path to failure. A personal commitment guarantees success.
2. Plan it out.
Set reasonable goals for weight loss. Give yourself enough time to lose weight at a steady pace. Plan to lose weight in five pound increments. Five pounds of weight is substantial; with every five pounds you lose, you set yourself up for long-term success and continue the desire.
3. Watch out for pitfalls.
Be prepared for obstacles - especially your own sabotage. Figure out how you will deal with boredom, cravings, frustration, and eating out or maybe even derogatory remarks from friends and family. When abirthday cake is being served at the office, take a small piece, but only eat a forkful. These steps will ensure success. - MINUS THE CAKE LOL
4. Map it out.
Most sucessful dieters use a food journal to keep track of their progress. Writing down everything you eat will hep yo identify the trouble spots in your relationship with food. Seeing things on paper makes the though become a reality.
5. Write your story.
Use a similar journal to record your workouts. Great bodies are not born; they're achieved through wieght training and a cardiovascular exercise. The journal will become your personal story, recording your baby steps and your milestones.
6. Practice makes perfect.
Get used to the idea that being successful at weightloss takes time, and lots of practice. You won't get everything right in the first week- why do you think they call it yo-yo dieting? But you will get better at it, as long as you take the time to learn from your mistakes and reacquaint yourself with the workings of your boy. You may be pleasantly surprised at its recuperative powers.
7.Think Positive.
Take the time to learn about your body. Making positive changes is the foundation of succesfull weight control.
8. Don't Sweat it.
Accept the fact that you wil probably cheat, probably more than once. Don't beat yourself up or let it plunge yourself-esteem into the toilet. Instead, use teh experience as an opportunity to motivate yourself to do better. Say to yourself, "Yes, I had those nachoes last night....but I didn't like how I felt afterward. Today will be better day - I'll need rededicate myself to my weight losee goals."
9. BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF!
Monitor your progress every six weeks. Measure your results against your goals. Decide whether you're happy with your weight loss to date or not. If you are progressing nicely, continue in the same way another six weeks. On the other hand, if you are displeased with your results, evaluate your efforts on eating better - youhave been diligently sticking to the program or not? Look at your journal , have you made poor eating choices? Cheated alittle too much? Set our focus on the next six weeks with a renewed determination to get it right.
10. What's in your fridge?
Is the diet food you're eating the reason you aren't losing weight? Many people rely on food product labels to tell them if it's diet-friendly or fat- and sugar free. In some cases, acloser look at the nutrition label is required to determine if a food item is in fact suitable for your diet. Look for hidden fats, sugars, chemical calories, carbs and trans fats. AVOID THESE!
11. It's your life.
Make lifestyle changes not just dietary changed. Those who do are often better able to maintain weight loss for life.
12. Stay Strong.
A negative attitude toward weight loss sets ou on a path to failure. Don't adopt an attitued where you feel hard done by because you can't have what everyone else is having. Feel good that you are making food choices to help you lose weight and imporve your health. Feel empowered by these decisions!
13. Pat yourself on the back!
Congratulate yourself at the end of the day. Every pound lost ins a step closer to a new and beautiful you!
'From Fatloss Mag'
I hope these help guys!
