What happens when someone doesn't know how to independently lose weight? They
Google "weight loss." The results show different websites explaining step-by-step instructions on how to eat specific amounts of calories during a certain time of day, exercise after a certain amount of food had digested for a specific period of time, and forbid food intake during certain times of the day or night and…are you still paying attention? After reading that, how motivated are you to still lose weight?
The bottom line with any diet plan is that the reason why they don't work is because they do not fit the average person's lifestyle. People have their career, a family to support, money to make, and piles of other tasks to complete everyday. In this world, there is very little room to squeeze in diet and exercise.
With that, my weight management series cuts out the excess and gives you simple, realistic information you need to lose weight permanently. If you are ready to create a weight loss plan that fits your lifestyle, please read these articles before continuing:
http://www.simplyfamilymagazine.com/online/author/simply-geneva/. If you already have a plan in mind and do not know what to expect during weight loss the following explains what to expect when you lose weight permanently.
1. Initial Phase:
If you're losing more than 20 pounds: Do you recall "The Biggest Loser" television show? During the first weeks of healthy eating and exercise participants lost five to 10 pounds in one week! In later weeks, participants would break down and get frustrated because they only lost a pound to two pounds. This is because during the initial weight loss phase, they shed excess water weight. Therefore, in the early stages of weight loss, you will lose some fat but mostly water weight.
If you're losing less than 20 pounds: When losing less than 20 pounds the body will be anything but forgiving to shed the last five to 10 pounds. This is because the human body naturally preserves fat. Males store less fat than females because females reproduce, and need fat to ensure they can carry the pregnancy to term. Understand you may initially lose 1 pound a week and it will slow to half a pound or even plateau. The importance is to never give up! Consistently stick to healthy eating and exercise and I promise the weight will come off. In a worst-case scenario some people plateau for 6 weeks but because they stuck with their plan they eventually lose their last five pounds.
2. Middle phase:
In the middle phase the first areas that shrink are the areas you won't notice, which means the first pounds you packed on will come off last. Look for weight loss in the unexpected areas such as feet, ankles, wrists, forearms, calves, and neck. It is later and often last that the hips, belly, upper arms, and thighs shrink to your desired size.
3. Maintenance Phase:
There may be worry or frustration with any slight increase in weight. However, expect to see weight increases of up to six pounds, and don't lose faith. Common reasons are eating excess salt, not drinking enough water, lack of sleep, or eating a heavy meal late at night. In the maintenance phase weigh yourself once a week and, if necessary, adjust your diet to maintain your new weight. If you do not know how to do this, read my article about adjusting calories:
http://www.simplyfamilymagazine.com/online/2012/01/to-lose-weight-this-new-year-burn-it-and-cut-it-to-drop-it/
On a personal note, I always ask myself, "Could I maintain this action for life?" that question always keeps me on track with my healthy lifestyle. I always listen to hunger signals and stay on top of hydration, sleep, and rest. I also stick to consistent healthy eating and exercise. Keep reading my weight loss articles, stay positive and committed, and I promise you will reach your weight loss goals!
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