The level of obesity is at an all time high at the moment especially in America. From statistics collected, the average weight loss experienced by those who were on a diet plan were a mere 5-8 pounds annually. To investigate the matter further, a small survey was carried out on the subject matter and these three came out as the top reasons as to why people fail to lose weight with diets:
Let's look at these weight loss dilemmas and deal with them one by one in order to help you lose weight better, faster and more efficiently.
1. Low motivation to continue with the diet
When on a diet, it is common to rule out our favorite foods and drinks. We then stick to healthy foods that we usually don't really like. With an arrangement like this, it is very easy to start feeling bored and sick of the same old boring food. Then, the common question they ask themselves would be "Why do I need to suffer like this?" Many fail to give the right answer for this! In a nutshell, their intentions to lose weight is not clear and they don't have enough motivation to continue with their weight loss journey.
One of the best ways to deal with this problem is to use the "Cheating Method". Here's what it means...
You need to have an objective which is bigger than weight loss, something very personal to you. Once you find that objective, you need to set up a scenario where you can only get there through losing weight successfully. When you plan out your weight loss like that, your motivation is no longer to lose weight but to achieve that bigger goal, losing weight is just a tool to get there. This is why it's called "The Cheating Method"
2. By skipping meals, they go hungry faster and pig out on the next meal
People on a weight loss diet usually eat less or skip meals. This is where they're wrong. By doing that, they will eventually feel a lot more hungrier faster and then they eat more in the next meal. This will definitely unbalance their food intake and screw up their weight loss diet.
In order to lose weight, you need to burn calories. Exercising is by far the best way to go about it but if you don't exercise regularly, you need to pay extra attention on the food you eat and how often you eat them. With the right strategy, your body will receive the right nutrients to help you lose weight by increasing your metabolism.
Eat 6 small to medium meals a day. Take in more lean-meat and vegetables. Having 6 small and medium meals a day keep your body fueled up and eliminates practically any hunger prangs. When you have you next meal, you won't need to pig out anymore. Furthermore, when you take in the right nutrients, in the right amount and at the right time, your body will response by working harder in order to process them. This creates a scenario where your body is constantly working thus you're burning small amounts of calories even if you're not doing much.
3. When having bad days, they pig out even more
Overweight people tend to have one thing in common, they pig out when they're in a bad mood. Eating somehow makes them feel a little better. This is a common phenomenon and it is a very common problem with people who are overweight. However, if they have a clear objective in their mind as discussed above, they would know better that they should not risk failing their ultimate goal just to make themselves feel better through a heavy meal.
Instead, find new ways to entertain yourself where eating is not involved. With practice, you can solve this dilemma in no time.
So, there you go, top three reasons on why you're not getting any effective weight loss from dieting and how you should go about dealing with them. Go on, take these free tips and get on with your weight loss. I wish you great weight loss success.
Cheers!
The kids go to soccer practice three days a week. The dog needs a visit to the veterinarian every six months. You volunteer at church every other Sunday. Busy moms know the importance of structure and regularity in juggling all of life's responsibilities. But should you be so rigid when it comes to your health, nutrition and fitness routines and choices?
Having well-established habits and a consistent routine is great. But it's not healthy to assume every fitness rule is set in stone. It's important to be flexible in your habits. If you want to lose weight, get fit and live a longer, stronger life then starting today become aware and conscious of the real effects of some of your nutrition and exercise choices.
Get the Skinny on These 3 Widely Accepted "Fitness Rules" to Discover Why They May Not Work for You Anymore
1. Eat 5 meals throughout the day. While it's true that eating throughout the day helps keep your energy up, your hunger under control, and your metabolism burning, it's important to not eat TOO much. Quite often small snacks or mini-meals turn into over-sized portions. So, even if you are making healthy selections, keep portion sizes in check. Think of the "handful" portion rule�"a handful of nuts, a palm-sized piece of protein�"and you'll be keeping portions in better perspective.
2. Stick to an exercise routine. Consistency is good, but variation is even better. Don't tie yourself to the treadmill when you could have fun with an occasional yoga class, or sign up for softball. I guarantee if you don't include variety into your exercise and fitness plan you will hit a fitness plateau. Although you will always be getting heart healthy benefits from any form of exercise, your body may not change unless you mix it up. Not ready to give up your favorite exercise? You don't have to! If you like walking or biking, add a few hills. Or go on a slower, longer jaunt one day and pick up the pace the next. More variety=more results!
3. Plan your meals ahead. We've all had those long days where one thing leads to the next and suddenly you're home tired, stressed and starving. And now you're less than thrilled with the chicken breast and broccoli you know has been waiting in your fridge. There's no need to be so rigid with meal planning. Mapping out meals before you get hungry is smart. But so is including enough variety to give you several appealing options. Keep your freezer stocked with healthy protein options like fish and lean beef. Fill your crisper with fresh fruits and veggies. And allow yourself to go for something tasty and satisfying within a range of smart and healthy options.
So don't forget to sometimes question those widely accepted hard-and-fast fitness and nutrition rules. Think about the real impact your choices have on your health and energy level. Be flexible in the range of options you create for yourself. And always remember that losing weight and getting into physical shape should be fun and eating should be a pleasure as well as a health choice.
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