How to keep motivated loosing weight?

12/27/08

annabo

I really have a lot of weight to loose,how do I stay motivated? I cannot stay on a diet for longer than a month then I loose motivation.

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Sunday, December 28, 2008

Lisa Nelson

Hi Annabo,

Here are two key strategies to help stay motivated:

Set realistic goals.

Set a goal you know you can achieve. Instead of lose 20 pounds in 2 months, focus on the steps you have to take to get there. For example, I will work out 4 days a week for 60 minutes. Of course, this isn't a realistic goal if you are currently inactive. Realistic goals can be motivating because once you achieve your goal you can set a new one! This allows you to "see" the progress you're making. Which brings us to the next important strategy. . .

Reward Yourself!

When you achieve a goal, reward yourself. It's important to recognize your accomplishments and treat yourself. Just make sure your treat is in line with your goal. If you want to lose weight, this isn't the time to treat yourself to an ice cream sundae. Consider other small rewards you'd enjoy, such as a good book, new music cd, etc.

You increase your chance of success if you take it one step at a time! I wish you all the best on your weight loss journey!

Lisa Nelson, RD, LN

Lose Weight the Healthy Way

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Thursday, January 01, 2009

michael dario, md

Lisa Nelson's answer, while wellmeant, is not the correct ans. for you. What she is suggesting will never result in you (actually) loosing any weight. > Her aproach: Step #1 - Step #2, etc., etc. can never be efficacious concerning the amt. of weight you desire to loose.

I realize you've already tried every stradegy on the planet for loosing weight but have not achieved the results you are searching for.

You don't have to think about 'motivation' which seems to be your main focus. Infact, YOU don't have to do anything, or even think about it anymore. Disappointment has become a serious part of your life because of this 'problem' which does need to be a problem at all.

My 'formula' isn't a 'formula' at all. There are no 'steps' & by the summer of 09 you will be at, or below the correct weight which is right for you.

If you are receptive to what I will suggest to you please make this indication. I don't want to waste your time, or mine......