The Positive Weight Loss Approach
Once you have made up your mind to lose weight, you should make that
commitment and go into it with a positive attitude. We all know that
losing weight can be quite a challenge. In fact, for some, it can be
downright tough. It takes time, practice and support to change lifetime
habits. But it’s a process you must learn in order to succeed. You and
you alone are the one who has the power to lose unwanted pounds.
Think like a winner, and not a loser – - remember that emotions are
like muscles and the ones you use most grow the strongest. If you always
look at the negative side of things, you’ll become a downbeat,
pessimistic person. Even slightly negative thoughts have a greater
impact on you and last longer than powerful positive thoughts.
Negative thinking doesn’t do you any good, it just holds you back
from accomplishing the things you want to do. When a negative thought
creeps into your mind, replace it reminding yourself that you’re
somebody, you have self-worth and you possess unique strengths and
talents.Contemplate what lies ahead of you. Losing weight is not just
about diets. It’s about a whole new you and the possibility of creating a
new life for yourself. Investigate the weight loss programs that appeal
to you and that you feel will teach you the behavioral skills you need
to stick with throughout the weight-loss process. First you should look
for support among family and friends. It can be an enormous help to
discuss obstacles and share skills and tactics with others on the same
path. You might look for this support from others you know who are in
weight loss programs and you can seek guidance from someone you know who
has lost weight and kept it off. .
There are success stories across the country today. On television and
in newspapers, magazines and tabloids about people who have
miraculously lost untold pounds and kept it off. In all instances they
say their mental attitude as well as their outlook on life has totally
changed.
Diets and weight loss programs are more flexible now than they once
were and there are many prepared foods already portioned out. They are
made attractive and can be prepared in a matter of minutes. Low-fat and
low-calorie foods are on shelves everywhere.
You will probably need to learn new, wiser eating skills. You will
want a weight loss regimen that gives you some control, rather than
imposing one rigid system. Look for one that offers a variety of
different eating plans, so you can choose the one that’s best for you.
Keep in mind, too, that your weight loss program will most likely
include some physical exercises. Look at the exercising aspect of your
program as fun and recreation and not as a form of grueling and sweaty
work. The fact is that physical fitness is linked inseparable to all
personal effectiveness in every field. Anyone willing to take the few
simple steps that lie between them and fitness will shortly begin to
feel better, and the improvement will reflect itself in every facet of
their existence
Doctors now say that walking is one of the best exercises. It helps
the total circulation of blood throughout the body, and thus has a
direct effect on your overall feeling of health. There are things such
as aerobics, jogging, swimming and many other exercises which will
benefit a weight loss program. Discuss the options with your doctor and
take his advice in planning your exercise and weight loss program.
Submitted by Ronnie H. Williams VI