The journey of my successful slimmer started back in January.. which is when various 'lifestyle adjustments' began to take place..
A diet DIDN'T start... A lifestyle change DID.
And these were the first steps..
- Accepted that weight change will be unpredictable - it can be quick, slow, it can remain unchanged and it may increase
- Weekly weight was assessed
- No longer saw Friday/Saturday/Sunday as 'free for all'
- Stopped drinking alcohol (when home) at weekends and limited intake when socialising (and chose diet drinks/mixers)
- Stopped drinking alcohol mid-week (2-3 pints plus packet of crisps usually)
- Redistributed dietary intake at lunch (1-2 fruit moved to mid-afternoon)
- Began measuring oil (1/2 tablespoon in salad)
- Tried to eat until no longer hungry by waiting 10-20 minutes afterwards, instead of trying to achieve fullness - became better attuned to satiety levels
These lifestyle changes weren't made all at once, but over a 2 month period.. Never try to make too many diet or lifestyle changes at once.. try them one at a time.. step by step working your way towards a healthier lifestyle and ultimately permanent weight loss.
I'll be posting part 3 of this successful slimmer's weight loss journey soon!
Nic x
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