What helped you the most to lose weight?

Question

In the last 10+ years, I have had my fair share of successes and failures when it comes to losing weight. I've done it the healthy way (eating healthier and working out), and the stupid way (dieting or depriving myself). Both worked, but obviously the healthy way felt much much better in the end. But I still yoyo-ed back hard after stopping. I just have such a hard time staying consistent. And I hate myself every time I give up after 3-4 weeks of being "good".

The weird thing is, I KNOW what I need to be doing... but I can't seem to whip myself into that motivated mindset again. I am eating so so so much (no, not pregnant) and now lead a very sedentary lifestyle. What I want to ask you guys is, what helped tip you over into that "LET'S DO THIS" mindset? A sudden urge to start running? Emptying your junk food cabinet into the trash? Please help, I feel like a beach whale.

Answer

Honestly it was my before and after photo.  I had been working out for a month 6 to 7 days a week and eating healthy and cutting calories I didn't think it was doing anything until my hubby and daughter said something about it,  so I took a new photo and put them side by side and I had lost so much!  So from there on out I just kept it up. Once you see results you get addicted. You just have to push through until you notice a significant change.
The first photo was not very far apart from the second it was about a month!  Maybe a bit longer,  the second to third is a year. I would never stick to my diet or exercise before this, id give up after 2 weeks every time and I really didn't eat right anyway. Good luck!

Answer

Eating better no soda no sweets smaller meals and eating something I wnt thts bad for u once a week thts it plus the dr gave me meds to b not so hungry all the time because tht was my problem and I have lost 12 pounds in one month

Answer

I eat small snacks throughout get the day, about every two hours, rather than breakfast/lunch. It helps break up the workday and holds me accountable when it comes to extra snacking.

If I have an extra snack during the day, I don't have desert after dinner. If I have desert, I don't have a glass of wine (or vice versa). These either/or decisions let me treat myself while not overdoing it.

Drink LOTS of water! Including a glass when you first get up in the morning.

Don't necessarily try to quit things cold-turkey if you're trying to create healthier habits. Instead of telling yourslef "no more soda" tell yourself "one soda this week." Or swap the soda for something else, like sparkling water - it comes in so many flavors!

Answer

Reddit.com/r/xxketo

And Stronglifts 5x5

Lifting heavy makes you feel like a powerful badass and the progress speed on that program really gives you a sense of measurable improvement that keeps the ball rolling. Motivates you to fuel your body properly to maximize performance.

But honestly I am off the wagon too and hating myself right now.

Answer

I got my weight under total control for more than 5 years already and the main motivation for me is myself when I'm slim and fit. Usually in winter I gain weight bc I'm more hungry, but I always try to return to my "ideal weight" before it's warm outside. For me it's quite unreal to eat healthy 100% of the time, bc I like junk food and unhealthy snacks, fried and sweet food. But I try to control everything I eat and at home I cook only low fat meat, no fried or mashed potatoes, I usually use oven to roast meat without any additional fats, we have only low fat dairy products and practically the only thing we fry is eggs.
I think that everybody should Searsport motivation inside themselves, that's the best way, when you understand that YOU want to be slimmer, not somebody.

Answer

Look into a plant based diet. I researched into veganism for health reasons and I found that it what was best for me. High Carb Hannah is one of my favorite channels they are really motivating and make recipes videos at times too. Since February 1st I have lost 9lbs by eating as much food I want, I keep it simple i usually eat rice, potatoes, pasta, veggies and fruit, nuts, nutter butters daily they keep my sweet curve down lol and I have 2 fast food meals a week. I'm sure if I cut the nutter butter and fast food I'd loose more but this way I'm really motivated. My psoriasis looks better then before, my cycles are becoming more regular, I feel better fuller longer and I actually see my fat change so much already. Good luck on your journey, I hope you find what works for you :)

Answer

Pinterest!!!

What helped you the most to lose weight?

Let's Glow!

The Top Baby Tracker App: Embrace New Beginnings with Tender Care

The Top Fertility Tracker App: Your Path to Achieving Pregnancy

The Top Pregnancy App: Nurturing Your Journey to Motherhood

The Top Period Tracker for Empowering Your Menstrual Health Journey