The Blueprint For Successful Weight Loss

If you have tried a fad diet, a fat burning pill or a workout video that promises rapid weight loss, chances are you are looking for instant gratification in a field where that is highly unlikely. Unfortunately, all the time effort and money you invested in any or all of those products could have been directed at a more effective solution. Before you get persuaded to try the next quick fix, consider the possibility of a change in your lifestyle. Manage your time better, set aside time for yourself, eat healthier and exercise. It's not a foreign concept and it will push you out of your comfort zone.

The comfort we have is because we have been removed from nature. There is no threat, no load on our bodies to keep us honest. Our bodies need to be challenged and removed from our comfort zone. Being comfortable means repeated movement patterns, long periods of sitting and immobility. These are factors that are detrimental to our health. They can cause poor posture, decreased range of motion and lack of energy. You can improve on these areas by making changes to your lifestyle.

Getting on a specific physical training regimen that is customized for your body and your goals is critical in these times. If you are overweight, then your body needs more mobility, more exertion and more exercising. Focus on circuit training with light to moderate weights at first.

 Train your body at least four times a week. In a one week period, you want to exert more energy on the majority of days. Aim to progressively improve the functionality of your body as a whole, without over exerting yourself. Each session should last from 30 to 45 minutes. Furthermore, you want to execute proper form so you don't put yourself at risk for injury. Spend about 6 to 8 seconds on each rep to build your strength and stability. If you've never exercised before, consult a physician prior to any physical activity. Furthermore, if you don't feel comfortable at first, hire a fitness professional to assist you.

Don't rely on a scale and how many pounds you lose. Take body measurements, observe how your clothes are fitting you after a month of your new routine. Set realistic and attainable goals. Focus on losing two pounds a month or dropping an inch off of your waist size. Don't spend hours on the treadmills and elliptical machines. Use them as a warm up before you begin resistance training. You don't simply want to burn calories, you want to recruit large muscle groups and change the shape of your body. No matter your size or fitness level, there is always a starting point if you put forth the effort.

Change the mindset that expects a quick fix and expect a slow journey towards a healthy, new you. There is no magic pill that will give you the body you want. The fad diets are exactly that. Think about why there is always a new fad diet out that promises better results than its predecessor. There is no way to improve yourself if you don't push yourself. It will not be easy, it will be a challenge that you can conquer.

 If you expect anything, expect to reduce your risk of illnesses, expect to feel better about yourself and expect to improve your mood. Focus on your health and fitness and the weight loss will naturally come. Think of your body as a long term investment, with the intent of keeping your body as healthy as your retirement account.

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