How to Become a Successful Dieter by Annette Dykes

7-tip Series: How to become a Successful Dieter!

What do thin people know that others do not? Here are the TOP 7 TIPS on how to “think” like a thin person, so that you can become one…

TIP #1: Stop Dieting!!

Or at least, stop calling whatever you’re doing a “diet.” Just the word “diet” alone is enough to make a person’s skin crawl.

Why? Because so many of us have tried special diets before only to lose control due to the severe restrictions by which these diets force us to live.

If we have been lucky enough to lose weight on any of these so-called diets, then statistically MOST of us have gained the weight back,

many of us with an extra pound or two for good measure (no pun intended).

So what’s happening? It’s all in our minds. Diets have bad reps, and your mind is very skeptical of dieting.

If you’ve failed at a “diet” before, you will fail at a “diet” again… So think of healthy weight loss as a lifestyle change– with specific dietary changes, but no outright restrictions. You’ll be happier, and slimmer, in the long run.

TIP #2: Eat Your Favorite Foods

Was that a mis-print? Nope.

I mean it when I say “eat your favorite foods”… Of course, eating does not imply gorging oneself on chips and donuts, but there is nothing wrong with these food items as long as you eat them only in moderation.

But what does moderation mean, anyway? If you listen to your body, it will tell you when it has had enough.

If you tend to over-stuff yourself, then you are probably eating too much!

But there’s nothing wrong with an Oreo Cookie or a handful of Tostado Chips every once in a while.

The only problem is the quantity in which we consume these so-called “bad” foods.

Of course, there are healthier alternatives to most snack foods, but if you’re going to crave something sweet or salty – EAT IT.

Just watch how much you’re eating and stop after one serving size.

Take what you are going to eat, and then put the bag away.

Then drink a glass of water, or a cup of peppermint tea.

And if you have trouble listening to your body at first, start reading the labels in order to understand how much is enough.

Mmmmmm…. Chocolate…..

TIP #3: Listen to Your Body

Have you ever tried to talk yourself out of eating something sweet or salty, only to wait a few moments and end up eating it anyway?

Your conversation probably went something like this:

“Joe, you really shouldn’t eat that piece of pie. You had a piece yesterday, and you had ice cream on it, too. Don’t eat it – you’ll regret it.”

“Yeah, you know I did have that pie last night. I’ll wait and eat the rest of it tomorrow.”

“But maybe it will be bad by tomorrow. You shouldn’t waste that pie. It was so GOOD!”

“Hmmm… Maybe I’ll just have a tiny piece and save the rest for tomorrow. How would that be?”

“Well, I guess a little piece won’t hurt.”

And the pie is on the plate with your fork in your mouth before you can say, “A la mode.”

Here’s something to think about: Instead of trying to rationalize with your mind as to why you should or should not have that piece of pie,

try talking with your BODY about it.

This is a new concept to most people, but it really works. Ask your body what it needs.

Remember, food is fuel for your body. Your body knows if it needs proteins, fats, or carbohydrates.

Rarely will your body ask for pie. It is your mind that wants the pie.

But a little pie every now and again won’t hurt anything either.

Remember – Everything in moderation. The key here is to make healthier choices MORE OFTEN.

Learn to tell the difference and to listen to your body, and you will be on your way to a slimmer you in no time.

TIP #4: Move!!!

What do you mean “move"??!!?

What do you think of when I say the word “exercise?” I know what I think about. I think of sneakers and shorts and beads of sweat running down my face as I watch the aerobics instructor lead me through a complicated routine that I really couldn’t follow if my life depended on it. Well, I used to be able to follow those routines, but somewhere along the way, I got turned around and I can’t seem to follow their instructions anymore.

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BIO:

Annette holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and has coached hundreds of people over the past seven years to successful weight loss by implementing simple and effective strategies that make losing weight easy and fun! Her holistic approach focuses on creating life-balance while implementing necessary change.

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