This is a great article I found on www.dietsinreview.com
6 Ways to Stay Motivated While Losing Weight
Darlene is the author of the weight loss blog Confessions of a Dieter at www.confessionsofadieter.com. She shares her humorous and sometimes emotional confessions of her struggles and triumphs through her weight loss journey.
We have all been there. You finally made the decision (again) to lose the weight once and for all. You really mean it this time! It starts off great. You are tracking everything you eat, walking every day, and full of excitement. Over the next month or so, you lose weight and feel better. Then slowly, your motivation begins to disappear. You give in to the birthday cake, the vending machine starts taking your money, and you hit a drive-thru and supersize. The scale starts creeping back up. Here we go again…
Here are some ideas that can help you find that inner strength to stay on course:
1. First and foremost, take a deep breath and Do Not Give Up! Even if you just had a really bad day of eating, you can always start over with the next bite, with the next drink, with the next step. We all fall down once in a while. The important part is getting back up!
2. Set small goals. Large goals can seem overwhelming and unachievable. Small goals can give you quick wins.
3. Celebrate your successes. Treat yourself to something special that isn’t food related, like a new book or a massage!
4. Get a support group. It is important to have someone you can talk to when the going gets tough! Find people in the same boat as you or who have been where you are. They can be your life line to success!
5. Keep a positive attitude. Eliminate negative self talk. If you are having a tough time, just smile. You will be amazed at what this does to your emotions and thoughts. Go ahead and try it now!
6. Create a vision board. Get out your favorite magazines and cut out anything that might inspire you on this weight loss journey. Glue it all on a poster board and display it in a place where you will see it every day.
It was first and foremost, but it is also last and most important…take a deep breath and Do Not Give Up!
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How to Stay Hydrated in the Summer
I try to follow a bunch of blogs. Some of them are Real Estate related, some are Health & Fitness related and some are just fun (People of Walmart, It Made My Day, etc). Below is an article from Diets in Review. I'm pretty good about drinking a lot of water. I try to always have a glass by me (at home or at work) and I keep my water bottle in the car so I never forget it when I head to the gym. I can drink 32 ounces in an hour spin class. Here are some tips on staying hydrated!
How to Stay Hydrated in the Summer
by Margaret
With the hottest part of summer here, staying hydrated is even more important. Dehydration can lead to vomiting, dizziness and palpitations. Even if you’re not out sweating in the sun, these tips from FitSugar will help you stay in top form.
1. Be sure to hydrate before you workout, but don’t chug before you jump on the treadmill. To avoid compromising your workout, sip on two to three cups starting 60 minutes prior to exercise.
2. Replace soda with sparkling water. Most flavored versions are calorie-free, and still have that refreshing bubbly taste.
3. Carry a reusable water bottle. Refilling a water bottle is cheaper and better for the environment, plus, you’re more likely to get all the liquid you need if it’s always on hand.
4. Keep track of your consumption. In normal healthy adults, usually drinking when thirsty is enough to stay hydrated. But when you’re sweating more than usual, it’s good to keep in mind that the recommended daily intake of liquids is 9 cups for women and 12.5 cups for men.
5. Hydrate at work. Even if you’re not out in the sun, it’s important to keep water at hand throughout the day. Plus, air conditioning can reduce the ambient humidity, making sticky days more bearable but also drying out your skin.
6. Make your own sports drink. Try out our easy electrolyte water recipe to naturally replace electrolytes.
7. Drink water on the plane. If you’re traveling by air, it’s also good to try to avoid caffeine and alcohol during the flight. The humidity on board an aircraft is super low, drying out our bodies faster.
8. Plan ahead when you set out for the day, whether you’re just running errands or going on a long hike. Water may seem cumbersome to carry around, but it’s more important to avoid dehydration.
9. Drink a glass of water before meals. Not only will you have plenty of H2O for proper digestion, you’ll be less likely to overeat.
10. Eat your water. Stock up on fresh fruits and veggies like watermelon, celery, lettuce, and cucumbers. Not only are they in season, they will keep your body hydrated.
How to Stay Hydrated in the Summer
by Margaret
With the hottest part of summer here, staying hydrated is even more important. Dehydration can lead to vomiting, dizziness and palpitations. Even if you’re not out sweating in the sun, these tips from FitSugar will help you stay in top form.
1. Be sure to hydrate before you workout, but don’t chug before you jump on the treadmill. To avoid compromising your workout, sip on two to three cups starting 60 minutes prior to exercise.
2. Replace soda with sparkling water. Most flavored versions are calorie-free, and still have that refreshing bubbly taste.
3. Carry a reusable water bottle. Refilling a water bottle is cheaper and better for the environment, plus, you’re more likely to get all the liquid you need if it’s always on hand.
4. Keep track of your consumption. In normal healthy adults, usually drinking when thirsty is enough to stay hydrated. But when you’re sweating more than usual, it’s good to keep in mind that the recommended daily intake of liquids is 9 cups for women and 12.5 cups for men.
5. Hydrate at work. Even if you’re not out in the sun, it’s important to keep water at hand throughout the day. Plus, air conditioning can reduce the ambient humidity, making sticky days more bearable but also drying out your skin.
6. Make your own sports drink. Try out our easy electrolyte water recipe to naturally replace electrolytes.
7. Drink water on the plane. If you’re traveling by air, it’s also good to try to avoid caffeine and alcohol during the flight. The humidity on board an aircraft is super low, drying out our bodies faster.
8. Plan ahead when you set out for the day, whether you’re just running errands or going on a long hike. Water may seem cumbersome to carry around, but it’s more important to avoid dehydration.
9. Drink a glass of water before meals. Not only will you have plenty of H2O for proper digestion, you’ll be less likely to overeat.
10. Eat your water. Stock up on fresh fruits and veggies like watermelon, celery, lettuce, and cucumbers. Not only are they in season, they will keep your body hydrated.
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