Seven Habits of Highly Effective Weight Managers
Posted on Saturday, January 16th, 2010 at 8:32 pmThere are many terrific weight loss plans available that will help you lose the pounds. While that is a critical component of the battle, adopting the habits of thin people and maintaining weight loss over the long haul is just as important. Some behaviors have been identified that will help you achieve that very goal.
- Put exercise on your calendar and keep your appointment. No excuses! It’s crucial to make sure that exercise has a dedicated time in your day where you put you first. Having a positive mindset toward exercise – that it’s a great stress reliever and mood booster – is helpful as well.
- Learn about nutrition and make great food choices. Choose whole over processed foods.
- Pay attention to how much you’re eating – limit portion sizes to an appropriate amount. Steer clear of buffets or mindless distractions while eating.
- Limit fast food to once or twice a month.
- Vary food intake – if you have a big meal one day, eat lightly the next day. Don’t make overindulgence a daily habit. Make balance an important component to your lifestyle.
- Pay attention to when you are full. Don’t overfeed. By the way, vigorous exercise will affect your appetite hormones positively, making you less hungry than if you hadn’t worked out.
- View weight loss and maintenance as a long-term endeavor. No quick fixes.