One thing we like to do on PEERtrainer is focus on different needs.
Needing to lose ten pounds for a woman needs a different approach than a
guy needing to lose 45 pounds. What I want to do with this article is
focus on some steps people can take if they need to lose 100 pounds or
more. Here are some ideas and site resources in no order. My only advice
is tackle one at a time.
1. You might want to start thinking about what you gain by being at
your weight. This might sound odd, and have published an article on
this entitled "What Is Beneath The Weight?"
2. Do a little digging and see how "ready" you are to commit to the weight loss process. PEERtrainer has developed a quick "Coaching Quiz" that will help you understand what your odds are of losing weight based on your current mindset.
If you want to take some baby steps and have some ideas pushed to you as you get ready, please feel free to join our PEERtrainer Tip Of The Day coaching newsletter. If you go to the page you can learn a little more about this free program.
3. Talk to your doctor and learn what diets and diet approaches doctors recommend.
It also helps to learn what approaches are not recommended and why. But
developing a relationship with your doctor, or finding a very
compassionate one is an excellent start. If you had a bad experience
with doctors, don't be turned off. There are many many doctors out there
who care deeply.
4. Know that weight loss is possible. Do not get
talked into thinking that bypass surgery is the only route for you if
you have not made the progress that you want. Fruits and vegetables are
very powerful, especially greens. They can be magic.
5. Weight Watchers
is a great program to learn portion control. No matter what, you need
to master the Weight Watchers points system so that you learn to how to
make good decisions each day. They also give you three free online assessments which allow you quickly assess if you are ready to lose weight and what some of the specific health risks are.
6. PEERtrainer offers a free "Weightloss Bootcamp"- it is a series of 4 free calls that go over some proven approaches.
7. Really think about the impact the people around you on a daily
basis have, and work over time to build a broad support network. Know
that people you never expected are there to help you with an array of
services- some free, some paid. But there are fundamental approaches
that work, and will change how you think about everything.
Common Questions:
-Can I Lose 100 Pounds In 100 Days?
People write about this, and the Biggest Loser mentality has made
extreme weight loss fashionable. But those people are under intense
medical supervision. You can absolutely lose 100 pounds, but it is going
to take a consistent effort and a real focus on the negative influences
of those around you.
-What If I Really Don't Want To Lose Weight?
This is very common and one of the things Joshua Wayne talks about
in the weight loss bootcamp is the idea of "secondary gain" where you
get a benefit of a certain behavior. There are all sorts of situations
where fat is actually the solution for people, rather than the problem.
This is mental of course, which is why a psychotherapy approach to
weight loss is needed along with an MD and a solid diet like Eat For
Health or Weight Watchers. This is the focus of the PEERtrainer Coaching/Training Intensive.
What If I Really Like To Eat?
There is really nothing wrong with enjoying food. And you would be
surprised how MUCH you can eat of certain foods. This blog post
discusses recipes to help you lose weight. They really work!
by peertrainer
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