I have 2 friends who are heavy, like I was, and are currently dieting. Every time I see them I get the update on how much weight they have lost. Good for them. Been there, done that and so have they. We've been through this before. You lose weight at the beginning; then the weight loss slows down; then the body rebels and the weight loss stops. Diets don't work!
A few reasons why diets don't work:
1. They are temporary; you lose the weight and then you get to start eating "normal" again.
2. Your body needs a certain amount of nutrients; if it doesn't get them it will start making you over eat to make sure it does.
3. It's exhausting.
Yet, I keep my mouth shut; I don't tell them the reasons that I believe they will not succeed again. I give them the encouragement that they are seeking. They have asked me what I'm doing, but what I am doing is such a departure from normal, they don't want to hear it.
Why do I believe that "my way" is the best way? 23 consecutive weeks of weight loss of 1-3 pounds. I've never done that before. I've lost and gained and lost and gained and gained and gained for most of my adult life. This time I'm losing and will continue to lose until I get to my ideal weight. A journey of a life.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment