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Weight loss is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions. It’s also one of the hardest to keep. And it doesn’t have to be! As is the norm in January, diet companies are pushing their agenda and giving weight to the myth that losing weight is as easy as restricting calories. However, losing weight healthily takes more than simply eating less. It requires managing stress, moving more, getting more sleep, and consuming better quality foods in general. Here are some things that will help you have a better weight loss experience and greater success.
Understand That Losing Weight Is a Holistic Adventure
Let’s say it again, “losing weight and being on a diet is not just about restricting calories”. If you want to stay healthy and be more successful that is. Our bodies are in charge of handling all of the science behind losing weight, but our minds and spirits also have some say in it. Focusing on things like minimizing stress, feeling happier, and balancing your life are all actions that bring a sturdy foundation to your efforts. I encourage you to try this concept whenever you want to make healthful changes, especially when losing weight.
Look At All Areas Of Your Life
I recommend that you look at your life in detail before you begin a weight loss journey. Be brave enough to see patterns and bad habits that led to the weight gain in the first place. These patterns are likely there because of some trauma that has not been resolved in your life. It might help to journal your feelings and thoughts about food, your tendencies, and any traumas that you remember. If stress is a big problem, consider ways you might minimize it.
Many people don’t make the effort to discover what is causing weight gain. This can be extremely problematic to health simply by being unaware of potential medical and mental problems. Additionally, weight loss solutions, including drastic weight loss options, could be destined to fail in the long run. For example, if someone doesn’t deal with the root triggers for overeating, getting gastric bypass surgery could create even worse problems. Not to mention the gastric bypass cost could cause more stress, leading to additional emotional issues. Several factors need to be considered when making this decision, including health risks and medical benefits, financial, life changes, and emotional readiness.
Consider Calories
The amount of calories you need is dependent on many factors that are specific to you and your body. Things like exercise amount, metabolism, age, gender, and state of health all play a role in how your body burns calories. If you want to lose weight, you will need to eat less than you are expending. Figuring this number out may not be as easy as you think. Your efforts might include a trial and error period to get things just right. Be patient with yourself as you explore your body’s capabilities. Remember, f you are exercising a lot, you might need to adjust your calorie intake and change the type of food you are eating to maintain energy. You might also benefit from taking supplements such as muscle peptides to aid recovery.
Be Knowledgeable
It’s up to you to take charge of your weight loss journey by being knowledgeable about the body, food, and the science of weight loss itself. Know that there is so much information out there that you might be confused. Because of this, it’s important to seek out reputable resources. One of the most common misconceptions about weight loss is that it’s as simple as eating less and exercising more. Weight loss is a complex process that can’t be solved with a one-size-fits-all plan.
If you want to lose weight successfully and healthily, forget about fad diets and start acknowledging why you want to do it in the first place. Having your mind centered on something you want will go a long way to keeping you motivated and on track. This is your “big why” and needs to be at the forefront of every decision.
**** This post is strictly informational and is not meant to replace the advice of your healthcare provider. Women’s lifelink, its owners, administrators, contributors, affiliates, vendors, authors, and editors do not claim that this information will diagnose, treat, or improve any condition or disease.
