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The differing weight-loss programs out
there today all may have some potential for individual weight loss however they often are derailed by a lack of discipline
to stay with the program. The accomplice to such failure is frustration over the SLOW gradual results. We live in an instant
gratification world. We want change to happen immediately and drastically. We want to see those changes today, not down the
road!
This
impatience needs to be better understood so that we can fend off its effects.
As a personal trainer, I have often had to explain the necessity
for discipline in order to help that person achieve their goals. Look at it this way;
This is a Conservative
Example of an individuals results! Results vary depending on a person's own weight loss plan and what
they incorporate into that plan!
Let's say your goal is to lose 40 lbs.
You are not going to lose that weight in one day,
one week, or even one month; at least, not in a safe and healthy manner.
You need to set a manageable goal; one that allows for setbacks
and time to incorporate a change in habits. This will help to avoid the accomplice that is frustration.
Some
great words of wisdom I once received,
"I am so mad at myself, because
I started this plan and it was working. Then, I just stopped. That was two months ago. I would have finished my program
by now and would have gotten to my goal. I would only have had to maintain it now. It would have been easy
now. Instead, I have to start ALL OVER!"
The time
really does go fast! Imagine if you started your personal program that you developed and it was a 3-month program. You
stuck with it for just 3 months and let's say you began it in January. By the end of March you would have gotten to where
you were dreaming of lookin' real good and NEVER HAVE TO PUSH YOURSELF AGAIN! You only have to develop
a program now that maintains your now healthy and desired lifestyle!
Another thing that you want to do is set up a habit of
checking your weight on a daily basis at the same time of day, EVERYDAY and keep some easy record of the results.
Let's set this example
at 10 lbs. per month; 4-month program!
Here is an example of the results:
Month 1
Month 2 Month
3 Month
4
Day 1 | 200 lbs. | Day 1 | 189 lbs. | Day 1 | 182
lbs. | Day 1 | 171 lbs. |
2 | 200 | 2 | 191 | 2 | 181 | 2 | 172 |
3 | 197 | 3 | 191 | 3 | 180 | 3 | 170 |
4 | 198 | 4 | 190 | 4 | 180 | 4 | 169 |
5 | 198 | 5 | 189 | 5 | 180 | 5 | 169 |
6 | 197 | 6 | 187 | 6 | 180 | 6 | 169 |
7 | 197 | 7 | 187 | 7 | 178 | 7 | 169 |
8 | 196 | 8 | 187 | 8 | 178 | 8 | 168 |
9 | 197 | 9 | 188 | 9 | 177 | 9 | 168 |
10 | 196 | 10 | 187 | 10 | 176 | 10 | 168 |
11 | 195 | 11 | 188 | 11 | 176 | 11 | 168 |
12 | 196 | 12 | 187 | 12 | 175 | 12 | 165 |
13 | 197 | 13 | 187 | 13 | 177 | 13 | 166 |
14 | 196 | 14 | 186 | 14 | 176 | 14 | 165 |
15 | 195 | 15 | 186 | 15 | 174 | 15 | 166 |
16 | 195 | 16 | 187 | 16 | 175 | 16 | 165 |
17 | 195 | 17 | 186 | 17 | 174 | 17 | 165 |
18 | 194 | 18 | 185 | 18 | 174 | 18 | 165 |
19 | 194 | 19 | 183 | 19 | 172 | 19 | 164 |
20 | 193 | 20 | 184 | 20 | 171 | 20 | 163 |
21 | 194 | 21 | 183 | 21 | 172 | 21 | 163 |
22 | 194 | 22 | 184 | 22 | 172 | 22 | 162 |
23 | 193 | 23 | 185 | 23 | 174 | 23 | 162 |
24 | 193 | 24 | 185 | 24 | 175 | 24 | 162 |
25 | 192 | 25 | 184 | 25 | 176 | 25 | 162 |
26 | 192 | 26 | 184 | 26 | 175 | 26 | 162 |
27 | 190 | 27 | 184 | 27 | 174 | 27 | 161 |
28 | 190 | 28 | 183 | 28 | 175 | 28 | 160 |
29 | 189 | 29 | 183 | 29 | 173 | 29 | 160 |
30 | 189 | 30 | 182 | 30 | 171 | 30 | 160 |
Now again, this is an example that incorporates
manageable goals for one particular individual's program that they set up themselves!
Their intent was not some short term weight loss.
It was to reach their goal WHILE changing themselves on a permanent basis. So, this person chose to be conservative
in their approach and in their individually chosen Herbalife *PLUS* program.
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If you take a small
snapshot picture of the day to day results, at any given time, what do you notice?
The results from the snapshot are very miniscule! Daily weight loss is small. This
is why most people get frustrated with weight-loss programs and quit!
Now let’s look at THE BIG PICTURE!
On Day 1 of the 1st month of the
program, the weight was 200 lbs.
and our goal was 160 lbs.
At the end of the 4-month program the goal was achieved so long as you STUCK with the program. The weight-loss
was SLOW, and at times, non-existent; yet by being disciplined, the frustration subsided and the results began to show.
What
is the lesson learned here?
Develop a plan or program having hope and faith that it will get you to the desired results. THEN, stick with
the plan. The BIG PICTURE is what you focus on, not the snapshot!
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It is VERY
important to consider talking with your doctor before participating
in any weight-loss program! Results from weight-loss programs vary and we are not a doctor. In any weight-loss program, safety
should be first and foremost. DO WHAT IS SAFE!