Friday, December 19, 2008

Some psychological weight loss tips

Losing pounds is not hard if you are ready for it, have a systematic plan to follow and motivation to proceed. Losing weight is no different from any other goal and should be done using the same setting goals and achieving techniques with every day “to do” lists, time management techniques, etc.

There are many programs in the market that can help you achieve that. With some of them you can really lose those extra pounds. Others are dangerous for your health - you’d better stay away from them. If you are seriously overweight and need to lose more than 100 pounds I would suggest that you follow a clinical weight loss program under the supervision of a qualified medical practitioner.

Weight loss is a process that involves body and mind.

You can lose weight with correct nutrition, detoxification and exercise but to keep it off you need your subconscious mind to be on your side. If you always have negative self-talks about yourself sooner or later you will gain weight again. If your mind still associates you with extra pounds you had – it will do everything to bring them back.

When you are in the weight loss process do not concentrate too much on your weight. Do not discuss your extra weight or weight loss efforts and do not buy special diet foods. In other words, do not get obsessed with it. Make healthy eating and exercise your habits and concentrate on other areas of your life.
Make sure you don't repeat to yourself "I am fat", "I hate myself for being fat" and other negative phrases otherwise you will have hard time to lose weight. Instead affirm the following: "I am slim and beautiful" and visualize yourself having your ideal size and wearing the nice clothes you always wanted to.
The less you concentrate on your extra weight the easier it will be for you to lose weight and maintain it.

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