Habits are truly important to creating results in your life, and to achieve the body you want, it’s no different. Today we will touch on the topic of permanent weight loss and some powerful habits to consider to keep the weight off.
Permanent weight loss can be challenging. In the United States, it is estimated that 45 million people attempt a diet every year and only approximately five percent maintain their results long-term, according to the New York Times. However, achieving permanent weight loss is possible as long as you have the right tools and information.
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Use Self-Monitoring
One way to achieve permanent weight loss is to keep an eye on yourself. When you are actively losing weight, you probably weigh and measure yourself on a regular basis, track your exercise and keep a food journal. All of this is helpful. Once you get to your desired weight, do not stop monitoring. You can be a bit more relaxed about it but monitoring yourself will keep you accountable. Weigh yourself one to two times a month. If you notice the weight creeping back on, you will catch it before you gain too much. You can then take the steps needed to lose the few pounds you gained. Keep tracking your exercise. You should also not be afraid to switch it up so that you can put more of a focus on improving your fitness. As you get stronger and build more endurance, move up a bit to further challenge yourself. Track what you are eating and be careful about cheat days. It is easy to relax once you meet your goals. While an occasional treat is fine, make sure that the majority of your diet is in line with maintaining your new weight.
Create a Support Network
You probably had some people cheering you on as you were losing weight. A support network is just as important now that you are in the maintenance stage. Knowing that you have people in your corner will make it easier to have permanent weight loss. Start with your family and friends since they are close to you. Find at least one person to talk to so that you can maintain some accountability for your choices. For example, find someone who is also looking to maintain their weight so that you have this in common. You and your accountability buddy should have planned times to check in with each other. Once a week is generally enough. You can choose to talk, meet up or even exchange a quick email. What is important is that you maintain a regular schedule. Check out different online options for support and weight maintenance advice. There are often forums, social media groups and other platforms that have support groups focused on helping each other to maintain permanent weight loss. What is nice about online options is that you can check in whenever you want. If you are experiencing temptation, check the group and read a few success stories to keep yourself motivated to stay on track.Space Out Your Meals
When you only eat once a day or on an irregular schedule this makes it much easier to overeat. You want to plan your meals and make them a priority because this makes it easier to achieve permanent weight loss. Make sure to start your day with breakfast. A common mistake that people make that interferes with permanent weight loss is that they allow themselves to get too hungry before lunch. Your breakfast should have protein, complex carbohydrates and be substantial enough to keep you satiated for at least four hours. For example, oatmeal, fruit and an egg works well for breakfast. Ideally, you want to be able to get through until lunch without needing a mid-morning snack. Your lunch should be enough to get you through dinner. For some people, having a lunch that is larger than their breakfast and dinner is ideal. This allows you to eat dinner later in the evening to reduce the temptation to snack at night. Your lunch should have complex carbohydrates, protein and healthy fats. For example, a piece of fish with brown rice and a vegetable is a good choice. Dinner should keep you full until bedtime, but it should not be too heavy. A protein with a few vegetables is a good choice.
