There is a growing concern in the world today over obesity and weight gain and not just in adults. The disease now affects everyone from young children to teenagers, to adults. There are several options available to anyone wanting to lose weight and get into shape. You can take pills, try fad diets or any other diet listed on the web, and you can even have surgery to lose weight. Most people don’t realize how overweight they are until one day they get on the scales and they have gain 15, 30, 100 pounds or more and then they start to panic and the more they panic, they more they gain. STOP! Go see your doctor and get a legitimate weight loss program in place. Don’t just go to the store and pick up some pills or go looking for some magic serum off the shelf! Remember you didn’t gain it overnight and you aren’t going to lose it overnight!
Never start a weight loss program without first consulting your doctor or a physician. Once you get an okay from your physician, talk to him or her and set some realistic goals. It is important to remember that how you feel about yourself can impact your staying on an exercise and diet program. Keep in mind that you can reshape your body as well as reshape your self image. Self-esteem is usually a major issue for people who are overweight, and usually the more over weight, the less self esteem you have. So set those goals! Achieving even the smallest amount of weight loss can boost your self-esteem.
Goal setting is an excellent way to improve your mind set. Defining those goals, and meeting them even if it is only walking 10 minutes a day can definitely improve your self image. Write down your goals; use a journal, your computer, or a note pad. It doesn’t matter how big or small a goal it is, keep a diary, You are less likely to forget or ignore them, if you put pen to paper or a finger to the keyboard.
If you make unrealistic goals like loosing 50 pounds in a month and you don’t achieve it, it can cause more damage then you think and leave your self esteem in the gutter. Be realistic, set achievable goals, start small and be positive, plan and prioritize. Goals for any weight loss program or exercise program should be based on performance not outcome. It you don’t currently exercise it is best to start out slow. Five minutes on a bike or a tread mill, is better than sitting on the couch. Better yet, take the dog for a walk you will get some exercise and the dog will love you for taking them along. Remember it’s not a race it is a program with goals.
Use your goals for motivation! Be precise! The more detailed your goal is, the more likely you are to obtain and keep it. Find out from your doctor what your ideal weight should be and then discuss how many calories you should consume based on your activity. As with any weight loss program, should you experience any difficulties, pain or any other health issues, call or go see your doctor. Keep focused and motivated! You can achieve your goal.
Tue, Apr 14, 2009
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