Sara,
If only we knew the secret to weight loss...we'd all be at our ideal weight and maintain it! You will have to find what works for you, but there are some strategies that work well for most women:
1. Become a physically active person. It is important to exercise 3-5 times per week (30-60 minutes each time, can be throughout the day), but I have found it to be even more helpful to just be physically active whenever you have the choice. Stand instead of sit; walk instead of stand. Be outside as much as you can. When you are with friends, choose a physical activity (walk, hike, skate, bike, bowl) instead of a movie.
2. Eating fruits & vegetables are great, but equally important is to balance these nutritious foods with high fiber whole grains, nuts, seeds and protein-sources. Even more important in weight loss is to make sure the calories you are eating does not exceed the calories you are expending. Let me know if you would like more clarification on this...
3. Weight loss takes time...6-12 months to see sustainable results! If you are interested and motivated to create a healthy lifestyle (versus unhealthy rapid weight loss that is not sustainable), then you are well on your way to reaching your goal with your positive mindset.
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Sara,
If only we knew the secret to weight loss...we'd all be at our ideal weight and maintain it! You will have to find what works for you, but there are some strategies that work well for most women:
1. Become a physically active person. It is important to exercise 3-5 times per week (30-60 minutes each time, can be throughout the day), but I have found it to be even more helpful to just be physically active whenever you have the choice. Stand instead of sit; walk instead of stand. Be outside as much as you can. When you are with friends, choose a physical activity (walk, hike, skate, bike, bowl) instead of a movie.
2. Eating fruits & vegetables are great, but equally important is to balance these nutritious foods with high fiber whole grains, nuts, seeds and protein-sources. Even more important in weight loss is to make sure the calories you are eating does not exceed the calories you are expending. Let me know if you would like more clarification on this...
3. Weight loss takes time...6-12 months to see sustainable results! If you are interested and motivated to create a healthy lifestyle (versus unhealthy rapid weight loss that is not sustainable), then you are well on your way to reaching your goal with your positive mindset.
Just so you know how popular this question is...you can read the numerous discussions regarding weight loss below. Let us know what you learn from these women (I really like Roni's blogs, as she is positive and upbeat, and does not try the potentially harmful weight loss drugs or supplements):
September 6, 2009 - 7:37pm- Roni's Weigh: Helpful Weight Loss & Diet Tips
- Weight Loss Success
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- Roni Answers Your Weight Loss Questions
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