4 Common Habits of Successful Dieters

By Caroline Monroe


The more you eat and the less you do, the more weight you gain. It seems like an easy formula to understand, but knowing that the more you eat and the less you work out the more weight you tend to gain, is a tough lesson to grasp for some. If we want to lose weight, and we know the formula to do so, then what seems to be the issue?

Committing to your diet and exercise program is the number one key to losing weight. The ability to avoid temptations is important, and sticking to an exercise routine and making it a habit, is the number one key to success. Sticking to this tried and true method of weight loss not only is proven by scientist, but by me. These tips are how I was able to lose a great amount of weight, in just 2 weeks.

Set specific and certain goals in order to achieve them. Saying you "want to lose weight", simply won't cut it. You have to instead say, "I want to lose 10 pounds in 2 weeks". This is a specific goal, and with specific goals your mind will start to bridge the gap between you, and where you want to be. You will be able to achieve these goals quicker and more easily if they are specific.

How often have you said, "I'm going to have a salad for dinner", then when you get home and see the food in the refrigerator, you end up microwaving a pizza? All too often I would bet. When you know exactly what you are going to eat, like the salad, weight loss becomes easier. Don't sabotage yourself. Statistically it is shown that you will have a 2 to 3 times higher chance at reaching your weight loss goal if you stick to a Predetermined Meal Plan.

Being positive will go a long way. As much as you want to lose weight fast and feel better now, know that it is not the most easy thing to do. Believing that you will succeed is key, and you will. But believing that it will be easy can set you up for failure. Remaining optimistic will keep you motivated, but thinking it will be easy might not keep your effort levels at their highest. Set realistic goals, stay positive and work hard.

Learn how to work out your "self-control muscle". To lose weight fast you not only have to work out your body, you have to strengthen your mind as well. Strengthening your "self-control muscle" is a learned and practiced thing. Go slowly, and take baby steps. There is no need to go vegan overnight, but instead of eating your sandwich AND bag of chips, eat the sandwich, toss the bag of chips away and grab an apple. Baby steps.

Committing to weight loss is just like anything thing else. You have to know the formula for success, be specific about your goals, think ahead and stick to the plan, remain positive and have a strong sense of willpower. But if you stick to the basics, you will have success! You will be able to lose weight in 2 weeks!




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