It's not to early
By
JG
11/17/2011 11:56:00 AM
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Do you realize that 2012 is just a mere 6 (ish) weeks away?
Do you treat weight loss like a sprint? or a marathon? a Trial? or an opportunity?
Let's make January 1 just a day for committing to having the best year ever, but don't hang your entire weight loss efforts on this day. We've talked about setting realistic goals before - you can read more about that here - and I truly believe in goals. However, I'm not a fan of New Year's Resolutions for weight loss.
There is a reason why gyms are packed full in January, then suddenly by March, you find yourself able to take your pick of the treadmills. Calories do not just exist in January - they are everywhere all year long. That's why it's not too early to start meeting your goal.
I'm sure you are thinking - why would i want to start a diet at the holidays? You are right - it flies in the face of logic. However, learning to control your calories, and finding ways to add in simple exercise, will allow you to actually ENJOY your holiday festivities that much more! Food will taste better, you will feel better, you will have the ultimate jump on all of your friends who are waiting until January. Mitigate the damage. Even if you maintain during the holidays - that is success in itself.
I would just like to encourage all of us...holidays are a time when being mindful of our eating can actually set us free to enjoy our food. When we know what calories are coming in and going out, we can enjoy without worrying. Budget your calories and have that pie! Take an extra 20 minutes to walk the dog, and swipe that piece of candy!
So, again, it's not to early. And it's never to late. Just start. And continue all year long...
Enjoy!
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Categories: Weight Loss |
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