What changes you made to lose weight?
Having breakup with a boyfriend for the first time is supposed to sting but this stung a little too much. Food and friends would be the first thing I would turn to, but I didn’t have anyone left and food didn’t fill the emptiness, it's just fueled the fire of my anxiety. After taking a long walk, I realized that it actually gave me a little control over eating healthier. I started changing my eating habits gradually. I ended up training my body to relate exercise as a way of relaxation.
How long does it takes to see your weight loss result?
25lbs had fallen off through the simplicity of switching to a healthy diet and a active life. The compliments I received from the people around me kept pushing me to move forward and continue to be strong. The reason I lost so much weight the first month is because when you first start a diet you lose a lot of the extra water weight you consume through processed foods. I finally had control over my life and it felt great.
Share to us your workout
I love working out, but only when it’s fun. Swimming, hiking, walking, playing sports, dancing are some of my favorite work outs! Sometimes I’ll attempt new workouts when I go to the gym.
Your best weight loss tips?
1. Controlling Portion sizes
2. Watch out of late night eating
3. Rearrange your Refrigerator
4. Don’t compare yourself to others
5. Don't give up when you don't see result
I lost weight by ignoring the scientist and going with what was working. These tips help me eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly and keep weight off.
I couldn’t have lost weight if I continued to hang out with enablers. By enablers, I mean the people that pressured me to eat junk, make fun of my healthy habits or laugh at the thought of going to the gym. I ditched the late night parties and replaced them with a good night’s sleep, and early morning workouts. I didn’t lose my social life; I just put it on hold for a while.
I like carbs, and I try to keep them low, but I don’t go out of my way to eat carbs that come from: grain based foods, sugary desserts or breads. I like my carbs to come from: fruits and vegetables.
Salt might make your foods taste better, but it’s horrible on your blood pressure and heart. It also makes your body retain water causing you to feel bloated, heavy and just plain gross! Pay attention to sodium levels on your groceries. Stop adding salt to your meals. Use other natural flavors that are powerful like : lemon, garlic, onion or pepper. Adding unnecessary condiments can cause a weight gain. Try using low fat, low calorie condiments.
Sweets are my weakness. I like to cure my sweet tooth with little remedies. I make homemade desserts instead of buying boxed ones, frozen bananas and yogurt instead of ice cream...