We all know that successful weight loss is about making changes in your lifestyle. This is not an overnight process. The changes must come slow and gradual. Any rush will only cause frustration and disappointment in your weight loss progress.
Diet and exercise are the key ingredients for any successful weight loss program. Today we will look beyond the strict diets and rigorous exercise routines and look at some ways to stay motivated in our quest for burning fat.
1. Are your thoughts sabotaging your efforts: Our thoughts can do more harm to weight loss progress than a piece of double chocolate fudge cake. Your thoughts become your reality. Let me explain, if you keep telling yourself you cannot lose the weight your brain will make sure you that don't. Don't think you can do 20 sit-ups? Well you can't if that is what you believe.
Sure, 20 sit-ups may be a bit overwhelming at first, but don't knock yourself if you can't do it. Give yourself a pat on the back for how many you have done. Everyday strive to add one more to your routine until you reach 20 then add some more.
The key here is to take action. Don't tell yourself it is too hard or criticize yourself if you can't do it today. Believe in yourself. Take it slow and never give up. If you believe you can do it you can!
2. Don't do it alone: Having the right support is essential in keeping you on track and motivated. Dieting can be a lonely road, without proper support you won't be able to lose weight successfully. Enlist the help of friends and family. Make sure they are supportive of your goals. Always stay away from negative people and people who can only find faults with you!
You must choose a weight loss program which offers support to its members in the form of a support group or forum. You may also want to join other forums. You will find wonderful tips and great support from just like you in the forums.
Finding the best diet to lose weight is only part of the battle. Having the right mental attitude will keep you going through the hard times. Remember, if you truly believe you can lose weight, you will.
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