How To Start Your Weight Loss Journey?

When it comes to lose weight most of the times it can be overwhelming or difficult for you to start. Maybe you have tried in the past and failed. Did you know that there are many ways to prepare yourself for a weight loss journey. That is what losing weight is, it is a personal journey to become a more healthy you. Please keep reading if you have ever been confused about were to start or if you have failed to lose weight in the past. I promise you this will help.

When you start your weight loss journey you need to have a plan in place. A plan consists of many things.

You need to have a motivation for losing weight, set goals, find a program to follow and be accountable to someone or yourself. Let me brake this down and explain each so you can know what to do.

Motivation: You need to figure out what is the reason or reasons for losing weight. You need a “why” that is strong enough to get you to the end of your journey. My motivations were to fit into my old clothes again and to be a good role model for my children. Also I wanted to gain more confidence by accomplishing and putting an end to the battle of the bulge. Find your motivation and write it or them down. Place it in places that you will be reminded of your “why” so it will get you through the rough patches of the journey ahead.

Goals: Next, think about what weight or size you want to be and in how much time. This will be your long term goal. Make your long term goal attainable so you will not get discouraged. If you have 50 pounds to lose then give yourself at least 6 months to attain that weight loss. I you have 100 pounds to lose then give yourself a year or more. Write it down on the calendar. Now it is time for your short term goals. Short term goals can be broke down daily, weekly and monthly. A monthly goal could be to lose ten pounds. A weekly goal could be to have lost 1-5 pounds. A daily goal could be to get some exercise in or to make sure you drink enough water. When you have goals in place you have something to achieve or work towards. It also is a way to motivate you.

Find a program: Finding the best exercise program will give you many things to follow. Let the experts in the fitness and nutrition field take all the guess work out of a plan for you. A great thing about following an exercise routine is that they usually come with an eating plan and a workout calendar, so you know what to do on what day. There are many great home exercise programs that you can do on your own schedule and in your home. Chose one that you think we be fun. It may take trying a few to find one that perfect for you, but once you find it you will look forward to your workouts.

Accountability: Find someone that will keep you accountable. Tell that person about your goals and motivations for wanting to lose weight. Ask them if you can talk to them if you are having a bad day. If you do not have anyone to be accountable to, the internet can provide you many weight loss forums so that you can find help and partners who are going through the same thing as you. Just remember that when you are on your weight loss journey you do not have to be alone.

By following these four steps you should have a good plan in place. You can do it and make this your year for transforming your health and body.