What's the key to losing weight on my own? And how can I keep the weight off? Many so-called experts of their own secrets to losing weight will swear you need the help of their books and programs in order to accomplish your weight loss goals.
It's true that some of these programs will in
fact help you lose the weight, but keeping the weight off is completely another
more difficult challenge then losing the weight itself. If you've struggled
with losing weight in the past, then you most likely already know that in order
to keep the weight off, you'll need to have tons of will power to succeed.
Most people have never really challenged their
personal will power, but the process of losing weight and maintaining weight
loss will definitely be a challenge. lifestyle changes will be necessary. Most
people have problems with making lifestyle changes, but those who succeed
usually manage to keep the weight off.
On paper, the changes are simple, eat balanced
meals which include more fruits and vegetables and less processed foods, while
taking in less calories than you burn on a daily basis. This accompanied by a
physician approved 20-30 minute a day exercise program at least 2-3 times
weekly, will cause you to lose weight in the most healthy and efficient manner.
Making these changes a routine part of your
daily lifestyle will also allow you to comfortably maintain your target weight.
Once you reach your target, you can occasionally reward yourself with some of
your favorite meals. The occasional rewards will allow you to maintain your target
weight rather than continuing to lose.
Yes, it's a difficult process getting to the
point where you're actually comfortable with the changes, but if you force
yourself to stick to the routine until it becomes more and more comfortable,
soon you'll actually crave the exercise and nutritional adjustments.
Within a few weeks you'll begin to see
results, and so will others. You'll start getting positive comments and
questions about how you're losing the weight. When you tell them there's no
real secret except regular exercise and a few nutritional adjustments, who
knows, maybe you'll be able to advise and change a few lives as well.
I've been able to maintain a healthy weight
for over three years so far, and I'm living a much more healthy lifestyle and
loving it. Good luck with your weight loss.
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