Every one of us at some point has wanted to lose weight whether it be for a wedding, after a baby, for summer, vacation, etc. The mistake we make is buying into the newest, latest and greatest fad. I can see why most women do...it's not because they really work but usually because they have flashy commercials and paid endorsers that leave out part of the real truth behind their success. Losing weight is never easy and always takes work. Here are some of my top suggestions to jump start your weight loss
1) Be realistic about your weight loss goals...if you have 5lbs you want to shed don't set a goal of 15lbs. Your body will plateau at it's comfortable weight and leave you feeling like you have failed if your goals are unrealistic.
2) Find a healthy cleanse to help you jump start the first few pounds. You want to find a cleanse that recommends you eat healthy fruits, lean meats and veggies while doing it. Any cleanse that suggest you quit eating, just eat one food type, etc. is not a healthy cleanse and will do your body more harm than good. My go to cleanse is from Advocare - Herbal Cleanse. A benefit of a cleanse is allowing your body to effectively absorb the nutrients you are taking in.
3) As with everything find accountability. This could be just writing it down...if you have enough discipline you can be accountable to yourself. I hate the thought of cheating because I know I have to write it down and then I have let myself down. If you don't have the discipline then allow someone to read your food journal.
4) Obtain knowledge. Often times we think we are eating healthy and indeed we are not. I read every ingredient before I buy something. The less ingredients a product has the better. If you can't pronounce or recognize an ingredient then you don't need to be eating it. The primary foods to stick to for any lifestyle change are lean meats, vegetables, fruits and whole grains.
5) Plan ahead...it's easy to say you are going to make changes but if you aren't planning ahead you will likely run out of time or not be prepared and end up cheating yourself.
6) Get a healthy amount of physical activity! With any weight loss goal you need to have the appropriate amount of exercise and healthy eating.
7) Change your mindset. If you are out to make a change remember it is not a diet or a fad...it has to be a lifestyle!!
Stay tuned as I break down the different food groups and the best products to consume!
For more information on Advocare - Herbal Cleanse email me at highdefinitionfitness@gmail.com
