How Do We Really Lose Weight And Keep It Off?

Throughout my life, I have always wanted to stay thin. Even to the point that I didn’t want to have any more children because I didn’t enjoy not having control of my weight. Now that I’m in the health industry of exercise and weight loss, I hear more and more people say it is so easy to gain the weight but so hard to lose it. The weight seems to come on fast but take such a long time to come off. How do we change this? Is the answer simple science and math - counting calories in and calories out? Is it as simple as eating the same but moving more? Changing up what our bodies do so they will change?

I think it’s a combination of a lot of factors, keeping in mind that everyone is different. But what I have noticed from working with women between the ages of 30-70 years old, is that those who have changed their mindset about health are the ones who find success. I see joy in the men and women who choose well-being; the ones who worry less about the number on the scale and find joy in moving their bodies and committing to loving themselves. These are the ones who suddenly find themselves fitting into the pants they thought they could never get back into. These are the people who get out of bed in the morning with no more aches and pains because the yoga they’ve been doing has brought them back in touch with their bodies.

This is the mindset of being aware.

It is the knowing that you can be healthy and that you want to be healthy. It’s about respecting the body you’re in.

"Love Your Body" Flickr User: Aaron Audio

How do we do this? Start with a positive mental attitude. Really be aware of what you are putting in your mind, in your mouth and begin to move your body more. Love your body more. This is the start. Practice this awareness. Over time, you will find the physical fitness that you enjoy that helps you to lose weight and stay healthy. Soon enough you may start to feel more positively about all of the aspects of your life.

Make the decision today that it is time to treat yourself with respect and love. From there it will all fall into place. And if you need help, I’m here to guide and encourage you.

Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year!

~ Col