Great changes require a switch of mindset. Just like you seek expert support on Leak Detection, career prospects, and finances, before embarking on a weight loss journey, it’s crucial to consult with your doctor. 

Losing weight involves our mental and physical health. To reach optimal physical health, processing how you think, feel, and act can accelerate the process. 

Grab a pencil and notepad, get ready to take some notes that will facilitate weight loss. Food and exercise play an important role, but first, read ahead for tips to keep in mind. 

Consider the WHY

Make a list of the things you don’t like, what you envision, and why you want to implement changes. 

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Knowing the why will help recognize the barriers you must overcome and the journey you have ahead. 

Keep the list close by, frame it, or stick it on your fridge. Remembering why you started prevents you from quitting. 

Motivation or Routine?

Emotions are powerful. Love, fear, hatred, and admiration can drive what one does day in and day out. It is no surprise then that when feeling your worst, you might lose motivation. 

The fundamental of motivation is that it’s fleeting. Emotions vary, and you cannot rely on motivation to continue your journey. So instead, build up a routine. 

Wake up at a certain time, choose the foods that make you feel great, schedule when to workout, and finally stick to it. 

After a couple of weeks, the repeated actions will become a routine that will come as easy to you as opening your eyes. 

Small is a Headstart

Start with minor changes. The journey of growth starts with small steps and changes that seem easy or hard to do. 

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Consider the following:

You arrive home after a long and stressful day at work. The couch is looking comfy; it’s calling out your name and telling you a few hours of TV won’t hurt. So, you approach the coach, sit down, and wake up the next morning. 

Now, there’s an alternative. You arrive home after that long and stressful day at work. The couch is comfortable; it does appear irresistible and may sound like the better option. Reminder, it isn’t. So, you quickly change into workout clothes, hit a quick routine, and head to bed. 

Minor changes are what transform your lifestyle. Never underestimate the power of small decisions. 

Start today, do one of the following, and progressively add more tasks when you develop a routine. 

• Drink 2 liters of water
• Go for a 30-minute walk/10K steps
• 30-minute workout
• Have 2 servings of veggies
• Have 2 servings of fruits
• Journal your thoughts and feelings
• Meditate
• Practice daily affirmations

And Don’t Forget…

You are weight loss in the long run. Stop pondering on the “when will I get there,” “will I achieve my goal,” or “why is it taking me longer”? As long as you maintain your routine and push yourself each day, the results will come. Don’t compare yourself to others. Everyone’s journey is distinct. 

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