Cannot lose Weight- Now What?
Do you have a mindset that says you cannot lose weight? If you do then this might be a huge part of the problem as to why you can’t lose. You are what you think! We have all heard this saying before, but blow it off and go on about business as usual.
If you say to yourself or anyone that you cannot lose weight then you’re admitting to defeat. The battle is lost. This negative way of thinking will keep you fat forever! So, you need to stop thinking like a victim and start thinking and speaking victory.
I’m sure you are familiar with affirmations. These are words that you say to yourself that can help you program your mind to think the way you want it to think and not the way it wants to think. There is a difference. If you allow your mind, and emotions, for that matter, to be in control then you lose. If you take control then you win!
Another way to think of it is having a positive mindset as opposed to a negative one. You may have got this from hearing negative feedback from a spouse, relatives, boss and even friends! You’ve heard it so many times you believe it.
Now that you know where you got it and that you were pretty much brainwashed you can change it. If they can do it so can you! All you need to do is say the opposite of what they say and say it in I statements. I CAN lose weight. I WILL lose weight.
When you do this you give yourself back the power that they stole from you. Then the ball is in your court to carry on to victory. Once you put this into practice you will be able to do anything you set your mind to.
But wait, it doesn’t stop there. You need to take the next step and write it down then the next step after that, which is visualize. If you take hold of this it’s powerful and can change your life forever. If you say it, write it and visualize it then you will BE it!
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Weight Loss Tools
Weight loss tools can be of great benefit, that is, if you use them. Things like a calorie chart, calorie calculator, health calculator, scales, diet and exercise programs etc. The list could go on and on, but you get the idea. There is so much available today online and off that there’s no excuse to be over weight unless you’re just lazy.
That may sound harsh, but it’s true. You would have to be lazy or just not care about your health because it’s not just about looks anymore, it’s also about being healthy.
Obviously, you have access to the internet so I’m going to give you a few good resources that are available online. These sites will help you track calories and provide free weight loss tools that will assist you with your weight loss goals.
Free weight loss tools online:
Sparkpeople.com
Fitday.com
Peertrainer.com
Nutridiary.com
Calorieking.com
If you can’t lose weight using one or a combo of these sites then you really don’t want to make the effort. However, if you choose to use them they will provide weight loss tools necessary to lose weight in a timely manner, which is about 2 pounds a week.
It is always best to use moderation when you begin a weight loss program to avoid getting overwhelmed and quitting. Therefore, take your time, choose wisely and do it right.
Tips for Losing Weight
We all want tips for losing weight. That is, if you’re overweight and don’t want to be. There are a few people who are overweight and don’t care about their health who don’t even try to lose. However, most people who are overweight don’t like it and know it isn’t healthy and make a little effort, no matter how feeble it may be, to lose those extra pounds.
Whenever, you see tips for losing weight the least you can do is read them. You never know when you will read something that will give you an aha moment and you will do it.
I have been involved in fitness and weight loss for many years and know what will take weight off and what puts it on. Most people know the basics, but don’t follow the advice they read. If they did then they would not stay overweight.
Below are some good tips for losing weight, but if you don’t follow them they are of no benefit to you. They are simple, but not always easy.
1. Eat only 1500 calories a day or less no less than 1200. Use a calorie chart.
2. Drink plenty of water, eat high fiber foods and small portions.
3. Set and do small doable goals; write them down.
4. Do an exercise program 3-5 days a week.
5. Limit fat, sugar, salt to a minimum.
These are good tips for losing weight all you need to do is follow them and you will lose about 2 pounds a week which is safe weight loss, it pays to be safe.
Time for Exercise
Making time for exercise can be a challenge if you have a busy schedule. This is because people think they have to change their entire schedule or get rid of other things they may enjoy. It doesn’t have to be this way it can be as simple as taking a walk at lunch time.
Fitting exercise in is important if you want to stay healthy. Exercise isn’t just about weight loss it’s about being healthy. Otherwise, you may be sorry down the road.
As mentioned above, taking a walk at lunchtime would be a great way to start an exercise routine. Another idea is walking the dog to get you going. This way you kill two birds with one stone, so to speak. All you need is three days a week for 20-30 minutes.
Playing with the kids is yet another idea. Time for exercise doesn’t have to mean going to the gym or doing something you don’t enjoy. In fact, it’s a good idea to choose something you enjoy so that you will do it more often.
You don’t have to do the same thing each time either. For example, walk the dog one day, go for a walk at lunch the next and on the third day play volleyball or tag with the kids.
It can be anything you want it to be as long as it’s activity. Consider a team sport, cycling, swimming, tennis or golf. The idea is to get moving and keep moving on a regular basis.
Later on you may decide to add more time for exercise. In the beginning, however, just fit it in, so that you can get started. Once people begin to exercise they usually want to do more. This is because they see the benefits, which usually include weight loss.
Make it a point to fit in 15 minutes of exercise three days a week for two weeks. Then add 5 minutes a week until you hit 30 minutes. It doesn’t have to be all at once. It can be 15 a.m. and 15 in the p.m. As long as you do it is what counts.
Lastly, make time for exercise and you will be glad you did. Within 4-6 weeks you will feel and look better. Keep in mind, to lose weight you also need to reduce calories.