Once you have started on your weight loss journey it is vitally important that you keep going until you reach your ideal weight. Weight loss is very rarely steady progress and there will be ups and downs. During these periods it is sometimes difficult to stick to your weight loss plans, so use some of the following techniques to help keep you motivated.

  1. Weigh yourself only once a week and don’t be tempted to “see how you’re doing” in between time. However, don’t     just weigh yourself but always measure around your waist, hips and bust. Make a record of all measurements and     be encouraged by loss in inches not just in pounds!

  2. After each weekly “weigh in” reward yourself for any loss (inches or pounds) and for sticking to the plan. The     reward need only be something small but will help to encourage you.

  3. Every time you lose weight place the equivalent weight in books or cans into a bag or pillowcase. If you feel     frustrated when you rate of weight loss slows, pick up the bag to remind yourself as to how far you’ve come.

  4. Take “before” and interim photo’s of yourself to act as a visual record of your progress.
  5. Occasionally try on your old size cloths to show how much you have slimmed.

  6. Whilst shopping find a dream dress in your ideal weight size and hold it against you and imagine yourself wearing     it.

  7. If you have a bad day and you have been tempted by a craving food don’t beat yourself up. Do a bit more exercise     to burn some extra calories.

  8. Get your hair restyled and possibly with a new colour. This can take years off you.

  9. During weight loss and particularly after pregnancy you will have a fair amount of loose skin that needs to shrink     back. Use a body massage cream to help keep your skin soft and toned. Also, use a body firming cream every day;     it can be very effective.

  10. As you slim down start dressing to emphasise your new figure. Friends and family are sure to notice and the       compliments they pay you will be great encouragement.

 

Julie Jameson
julie@mumscanloseweight.com


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