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5 Simple Steps to Start Your Weight Loss Program
by: Nick Webb
Remember there’s more to you than meets the eye. You’ve got personality, brains, feelings…
in short, all those things that make you, YOU. So why diet? After all, you’re more than just a
body, and things that really matter can’t be measured on a scale.
That said, there are some very good sound reasons for dieting. After all, dieting is not just for
weight loss or weight gain. No, the true meaning of ‘diet’ is in choosing foods and setting
eating habits that will keep you healthy, strong, and feeling your best. It takes planning and
dedication. It means setting goals and following through. But it doesn’t have to be a chore.
No, with the right tools it can even be fun … especially when you start to see the results that
you’re looking for!
Before, choosing a diet, there are five extremely simple Steps, which if you really apply you
will probably end up losing weight without even trying! Doesn’t that sound interesting. Really
No kidding … try the following:
Step 1) Always sit down when you eat, preferable at a table. Don’t eat while standing, walking,
driving or talking on the phone.
Step 2) Don’t read or watch television while you eat.
Step 3) Eat only when your stomach is empty. At least 3 to 4 hours from your last meal.
Step 4) Don’t take a bite until you’ve already swallowed the previous bite. Obvious? Try
observing people and you’ll see them stuffing their mouths, which are still full. They probably
talk at the same time! So, bite, chew, swallow, bite, chew, swallow.
Step 5) Don’t eat when you’re not hungry. No, I’m being serious and I know that this sounds
stupid. For example when at home wait 5 minutes before taking second helpings. If you wait, you’ll
probably find that you’re no longer hungry, whereas if you don’t wait you could probably eat
thirds! Remember … Wait five minutes before taking more.
A good diet doesn’t end when you finally reach your target goal. Maintaining good nutrition,
regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle is a continuing process. Only this will give you the
energy to face the challenges of your busy day, boost your self-image, and make you look and feel
better. And there’s no feeling like the satisfaction when you achieve your goals by sticking to
a sensible, healthy, diet plan.
Besides, where would we be without food? Changing your diet to prevent or reverse heart disease,
reduce your blood pressure, or to get the better of your diabetes and, naturally to reach your
desired weight, is not just a matter of cutting out butter and eggs and counting the amount of
fat grams you eat each day. For instance, most people get close to 40% of their calories from
fat! This is twice the recommended amount if you already suffer from heart disease.
There are many misconceptions and confusion concerning fat these days, some seem to make sense,
others are just plain dumb! Remember, concerning fat, several things are now known for sure. It
is known that most of us eat too much fat and that obesity is a major health concern, increasing
the risk for heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, back pain and cancer. It is also known that
saturated fat, more than anything else, is responsible for increasing our cholesterol levels.
I know it’s weird, but it’s been found, ironically, that when people focus exclusively on
eliminating cholesterol from their daily diet they may unknowingly move on to a diet high in
saturated fats! Some people decide to become vegetarian, leaving out meat and eggs, but the salad
dressings, nuts and peanut butter, for instance, do more damage than a lean steak! Message: be
careful what you eat, you may be surprised.
Change Your Life With a Commitment to Weight Loss
by: Tammy Corbett
Anyone who has ever had to lose weight can attest to the enormous commitment the endeavor
demands. Dropping pounds requires you to substantially alter your life style. Eating habits must
be changed, physical activity must be incorporated and a general healthier approach to living
must be embraced. For many individuals, the promise of a thinner self is the inspiration to
maintain a weight loss regimen. Losing weight can have not only a significant effect on your
health, but also on your self-esteem.
Feeling good about your physical appearance benefits your self-esteem in many ways. For many
people, not being proud of their body prevents them from attaining what they want in life. It is
exciting to think of the many areas in your life that can potentially change when you lose the
weight.
Changing Your Attitude about Weight Loss
Losing weight can give you the confidence you need to win the position at work that you have
always wanted. When you are not positive about your appearance, it shows, and often your career
is negatively affected. Knowing that you look and feel good results in a positive attitude and
people will respond accordingly. It is not only your attitude that will change, but also the way
you interact with people. Weight loss can help you be more assertive, direct and convincing-
factors that can get you ahead in your career!
Visualizing a Thinner You
Undoubtedly, weight loss has the power to change your professional life, but it also has the
ability to change your romantic life. Whether you are attached or single, a new thinner you will
have more confidence in the field of love. Perhaps you will surprise your husband by wearing that
sexy dress you had always thought of wearing but never had the courage to do so. Or, maybe you
will finally ask that gorgeous librarian out on a romantic date. Losing weight not only sheds
extra pounds from your body, but it also does away with feelings of fear and intimidation. Once
you conquer weight loss, you will feel as if anything is possible, and it is!
When you start to feel as if you will never lose the weight and dieting is just too hard, think
of the new thinner you that is just around the corner. Imagine the added energy you will have,
the increased confidence and the overall feeling of well being. Weight loss is hard work, but the
end result is well worth it!
Finding a Weight Loss Program
by: Ryan Fyfe
Getting involved in Weight Loss Program can be intimidating for a beginner. It can also be
hard to know where to start. There are several questions that you can ask yourself, which will
guide you towards the right weight loss program.
- What am I trying to achieve by joining a weight loss program? (Goals)
- What type of program will work with my schedule?
- Is their a certain type of program that will work best for my body type?
- What have other people tried and had success with?
- Do I have any friends that are interested in doing this with me?
- How much am I willing to spend on a program?
- How much am I willing to Risk?
- Am I interested in a Diet program? A exercise program? Both?
- What is my timeline?
- How fast am I wanting to reach my goal weight?
These questions are meant to bring out ideas and really get you thinking about what type of
weight loss program will be right for you. Once you have taken time to reflect on these questions
for yourself I recommend talking to a professional to further help guide you into the right
program. You might be able to do this simply through a family doctor, or even your local gym
club.
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