Here’s a few, try them on for size and see if they fit:
1. We stop doing what works
Pretty simple really. For a range of reasons, most people simply stop doing whatever it was that got them in shape in the first place. It’s not rocket science but many people - including experts - continue to complicate the simple. "Aaah, but you don't understand my situation."
We can all find a bunch of "reasons" to explain our less-than-desirable physical state - or we can simply do what works. And keep doing it. Keep in mind that some people (companies) have a vested interest in the weight-loss process being complex - otherwise you might not buy their ridiculous, expensive, ineffective and completely unnecessary products. After all, if weight loss was about something as obvious and simple as choices, diet, exercise and lifestyle, then how could they sell all their "scientifically proven" solutions to your problems.
2. We get in shape for events, not life
Too many people spend their lives alternating between fit and fat because they only lose weight for certain occasions and events. They "peak" for the public outing (wedding, birthday, reunion, anniversary) and then they get fat again. Harsh? Nope, honest.
3. We make certain behaviours "optional"
Some things shouldn't be optional – and, for too many of us, they are. For example, intelligent eating, structured and regular exercise and healthy lifestyle. If it's your goal to have a fit, lean and functional body, then some things need to be non-negotiable habits - diet, exercise and lifestyle to name a few. When those things are absolute non-negotiables in our world then the results will flow. Think about brushing your teeth? Is it optional and why do you do it?
4. We inhabit a deprivation mindset
In order to get certain things we need to give up others, high calorie, high fat, high sugar foods for example. Do you want to create life-long change once and for all, or do you want to continue eating junk and living in a body you hate? Some people spend far too much time focusing on what they're giving up (chocolate, alcohol, cake) and far too little time being grateful for what they're gaining; health, years, quality of life.
5. We don't have a plan beyond the plan
Some people get there and then they say... "now what?" They had a weight-loss plan but not a weight-maintenance plan. I know many people who have celebrated reaching their weight loss goal by indulging in a great big meal with friends. And with the words "I've worked so hard, I deserve this" still ringing in everyone's ears, the slide begins. Maybe there are better ways of celebrating that don’t involve food.
"Nothing tastes as good as being in shape feels"
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