Turn Weight Goals Into Health Goals

This time Can zoloft Axis allies cause weight gain of year Retinal artery occlusion comes with Zyprexa 10mg - 90 pills many people resolving to lose some weight.  We just made it through the holiday season and everyone has eaten more than they should have.  Regulars at the gyms know this time of year well.  There is a huge influx of people at the beginning of January.  But over the next few months they slowly dwindle away leaving the regulars thankful for the departure of the crowds.  In those couple months the resolvers may lose a few pounds and feel good about it.  But they are usually the same ones who show up the next year trying to lose the same weight or have even more to lose.

The problem here is that most people want to see quick results and may change a few things about their lifestyle to get those quick results only to revert back when they see results or get tired of trying.  I would contend that focusing on your weight as the primary means of permanent weight loss and health does not work.

Why doesn’t it work?  I’m glad you asked.  When you make your target a number you are giving yourself a finish line.  Most people that cross that finish line end up reverting to old habits that led to their old weight.  They reached their target.  They can “afford” to splurge every now and again.  That is a recipe for failure.

So if a target weight shouldn’t be your primary goal what should?  Your overall health gain.  Here are three main areas to consider in changing your mindset from weight loss to health gain.

What you eat:  This is pivotal.  You can’t change your health by simply eating less of the same thing that got you to where you are.  You might lose a little weight this way but it won’t be permanent and you won’t make a meaningful impact on your health.  A good start is cutting out fried foods and pure sugar foods.  Replace your snacks with fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts.

How much you eat:  Portion size is a huge problem in the US.  Go to almost any restaurant and you will be served way more than you need to eat.  You must control how much you eat.  A quick fix for this in a restaurant is to ask for a to go box with your meal and put a large portion in the box before you eat.  Another way to eat less is to eat slower.  Not only is this good for your digestive system you will have time to feel full and stop eating.

How you view exercise:  Most people who are trying to lose weight see exercise as a way to lose weight.  It will work for that but, more importantly exercising on a daily basis is good for your health.  If you view it as important for your heath then you will continue to exercise after you lose your weight.  Make exercise a normal part of your daily life and your health will thank you.

Losing weight is fine.  Just make sure you are putting it in the right order.  Skinny does not always equal healthy. Instead make your focus being healthy and the weight loss will naturally come with it.