7 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Lose Weight.

Starting and sticking to a healthy weight loss plan can sometimes seem unrealistic.

Often, people simply lack the motivation to get started or lose their motivation to stay consistent. Luckily, motivation is something you can work to increase.

1. Determine Why You Want to Lose Weight.

Clearly define your weight loss goals and write them down. Make sure your motivation is driven from within for long-term success.

2. Focus on Process Goals & Have Realistic Expectations

Setting S.M.A.R.T process goals will help you stay motivated, while focusing only on outcome goals can lead to disappointment and decrease your motivation.

-Specific

-Measurable
-Achievable
-Realistic
-Time-based

Example: I will only drink one soda this week.

I will walk around the block two times this week.

3. Pick a Plan That Fits Your Lifestyle

Pick an eating plan that you can stick to long term and avoid extreme or quick-fix diets.

-Decreasing calorie intake
-Reducing portion sizes
-Reducing frequency of snacks
-Reducing fried food and desserts
-Including fruits and vegetables

4. Think and Talk Positively

Think and talk positively about your weight loss goals, but make sure you are realistic and focus on the steps you must take to reach them.

People who have positive expectations and feel confident in their ability to achieve their goals tend to lose more weight

5. Make a Commitment to Yourself & Find Social Support

Telling others about your weight loss goals will help you stay accountable. Tell your close family and friends, and even consider sharing them on social media. The more people you share your goals with, the greater the accountability and motivation to lose weight.

6. Don't Aim for Perfection and Forgive Yourself

You do not have to be perfect to lose weight.

When you aim for perfection, you will quickly lose your motivation. By allowing yourself flexibility and forgiving yourself, you can stay motivated throughout your weight loss journey.

7. Learn to Love and Appreciate Your Body

Boosting your body image can help you stay motivated to lose weight.

Try the following to help boost your body image:

- Exercise
- Appreciate what your body can do
- Do something for yourself
- Surround yourself with positive people
- Stop comparing yourself to others, especially models
- Wear clothes you like and that fit you well
- Look in the mirror and say the things you like about yourself

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7 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Lose Weight

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