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“That's it! I need to go on a diet and lose this weight as quickly as I can!” The statement above is something I hear often. I am sure many of you have as well. "What’s the issue with this statement?" one may ask. And I am here to help you answer that very question.
Oftentimes, we decide to make lifestyle changes out of desperation. We become so unhappy with the present situation and desire immediate change. The problem here is that when we make abrupt decisions, we tend to set up unrealistic expectations for ourselves, such as losing 20lbs in a month or eating the lowest amount of calories possible. Not only is this unrealistic, but it also counteracts us from reaching our goals.
Imagine building a boat. Building a boat requires an elaborate plan and steps to execute the plan for it to set sail on the sea. It goes the same for losing weight. If the plan is to exercise and eat healthier to lose weight, then short-term goals, such as eliminating sugary drinks, are steps to executing the plan.
For instance, rather than quitting sugar entirely and exercising five times a week, start slowly by replacing sodas with water or sugar-free drinks. Once you get used to that, add in a workout routine. After that gets easier, start cooking your own, healthier meals, and so forth. Conquering short-term goals and keeping track of the small "wins" will ultimately lead to the final goal. However, once we have reached our final goal there is something we must remember: The job is not yet done.
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