It's easy to be discouraged if you are trying to lose weight. 95%
of all dieters gain their weight back and then some. Though, weight
loss truth's may not be so dire. One in four who have used commercial
diet programs have kept off two-thirds of their weight that they had
lost. Still, 25% is a lower success rate than most would like. There are
10 common factors for successful losers.
Any of these factors apply for you?
First, they believed they could do it. Many people had lost and regained their weight at least five times before successfully keeping it off. Though they never gave up. They realized their turning point was that they were sick and tired of the weight loss battle. Successful dieters felt empowered and didn't use that feeling as an excuse. The feeling made them decide to take control.
Second, they lost weight for themselves, not someone else. A young woman was told by everyone including her mother that she had such a pretty face, now only you'd lose some weight! Repeatedly she lost and gained weight. She was angry inside that no one didn't accept her for the way she was. She entered college and by that time she had weighed more than 200 pounds. While in college she had met a man who did love her for who she was and because of that she finally felt accepted, and she was able to lose her weight once and for all, for her own sake.
Third, they had found out what had worked for them. Some lose weight on their own, some used a commercial diet, some a self-help support group and others consulted with a dietitian. Accepting a target weight that is realistic is what successful dieters do. They realize that their goal may be slightly above their ideal weight but going any lower may mean starving themselves.
Fourth, they are willing to learn a new way of eating. For many dieters, they go back to their old habits of eating after they lose some weight, resulting in the regaining of weight. They learn to enjoy their new habits of eating and the new foods. After a while many will notice that they don't feel good when they eat the foods of their old eating habits.
Fifth, they deal with their stumbles immediately. Most weigh themselves once a week but they don't obsess over it. Many have a window of their acceptable weight regain ( for many it's 5-10 pounds ) and when their weight exceeds this cushion zone they do what is necessary to lose it. Some may exercise more, while others may cut back on sweets or maybe pay a little more attention to portion sizes. The smart ones keep a food diary to keep awareness of what they eat. Bottom line, have a plan of action and stick to it..
Sixth, they always say nice and positive things to themselves. The weight loss masters give themselves positive and encouraging messages even when they make mistakes. Don't be self-fulfilling by negative self talk...
Seventh, they exercise. Successful weight losers exercise regularly, though many don't work out every day they do manage to find simple activities that they can incorporate into their daily routine..
Eighth, they face their feelings. Many people, when they were overweight automatically turned to food when they felt upset or bored, lonely or anxious, instead get to the source of the negative feeling, first by noticing the feeling, then identifying the cause and then figuring out a way to solve the problem..
Ninth, they truly enjoy life. If you are always taking care of others, don't neglect your needs. Develop a healthy selfishness, meaning you're still considerate of others but take care of you. Reward yourself without food, maybe pursuing a hobby or seeking a more satisfying relationship..
Tenth, they get support. Call on family, friends when ever tempted to over eat and request encouragement from them.
Think about it. It's possible. You can do it. Start now, is there any better time than now?.
Any of these factors apply for you?
First, they believed they could do it. Many people had lost and regained their weight at least five times before successfully keeping it off. Though they never gave up. They realized their turning point was that they were sick and tired of the weight loss battle. Successful dieters felt empowered and didn't use that feeling as an excuse. The feeling made them decide to take control.
Second, they lost weight for themselves, not someone else. A young woman was told by everyone including her mother that she had such a pretty face, now only you'd lose some weight! Repeatedly she lost and gained weight. She was angry inside that no one didn't accept her for the way she was. She entered college and by that time she had weighed more than 200 pounds. While in college she had met a man who did love her for who she was and because of that she finally felt accepted, and she was able to lose her weight once and for all, for her own sake.
Third, they had found out what had worked for them. Some lose weight on their own, some used a commercial diet, some a self-help support group and others consulted with a dietitian. Accepting a target weight that is realistic is what successful dieters do. They realize that their goal may be slightly above their ideal weight but going any lower may mean starving themselves.
Fourth, they are willing to learn a new way of eating. For many dieters, they go back to their old habits of eating after they lose some weight, resulting in the regaining of weight. They learn to enjoy their new habits of eating and the new foods. After a while many will notice that they don't feel good when they eat the foods of their old eating habits.
Fifth, they deal with their stumbles immediately. Most weigh themselves once a week but they don't obsess over it. Many have a window of their acceptable weight regain ( for many it's 5-10 pounds ) and when their weight exceeds this cushion zone they do what is necessary to lose it. Some may exercise more, while others may cut back on sweets or maybe pay a little more attention to portion sizes. The smart ones keep a food diary to keep awareness of what they eat. Bottom line, have a plan of action and stick to it..
Sixth, they always say nice and positive things to themselves. The weight loss masters give themselves positive and encouraging messages even when they make mistakes. Don't be self-fulfilling by negative self talk...
Seventh, they exercise. Successful weight losers exercise regularly, though many don't work out every day they do manage to find simple activities that they can incorporate into their daily routine..
Eighth, they face their feelings. Many people, when they were overweight automatically turned to food when they felt upset or bored, lonely or anxious, instead get to the source of the negative feeling, first by noticing the feeling, then identifying the cause and then figuring out a way to solve the problem..
Ninth, they truly enjoy life. If you are always taking care of others, don't neglect your needs. Develop a healthy selfishness, meaning you're still considerate of others but take care of you. Reward yourself without food, maybe pursuing a hobby or seeking a more satisfying relationship..
Tenth, they get support. Call on family, friends when ever tempted to over eat and request encouragement from them.
Think about it. It's possible. You can do it. Start now, is there any better time than now?.
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