Weight Loss Exercise - Mind Tricks to a Better Lifestyle

Posted 11 February 2009

When it comes to diet and weight loss and exercise we can all be vulnerable to acts of self sabotage, so how do we convince our wicked sides to shape up?

When it comes to dieting, weight loss, exercise and drinking less, it is apparently all in the mind. Some therapists believe that for some, food and exercise is closely related to our emotional and psychological well being. There are some who resort to obsessive exercise and who obsess over diet. But for the majority of us, when it comes to weight loss exercise and keeping a balanced diet, we're quick to find excuses, loop holes and exit routes. Writing in the Times newspaper, a series of therapists gave some tips and advice to help convince yourself to stick to weight loss exercise, drink less and free yourself from bad habits for a healthier life.

Weight Loss Exercise, Reducing Booze, Healthy Eating

It's hard enough to keep up with weight loss exercise programmes or strict diets, but then to add to the equation a vast reduction in the alcohol you consume, it can feel impossible. But alcohol can ruin any positive steps you make with diet or weight loss exercise, especially if you tend to over drink. The empty calories can tip you over the edge, as well as impact on your energy levels and overall well being. But therapists with expertise in emotional over-drinking behaviour say it's all about re-programming the mind and breaking habits. Over-drinking is not the same as alcoholism - it's a bad habit that hides low self-esteem. And if you're not achieving your weight loss exercise goals because of over drinking, you're merely digging yourself into a bigger hole. Your unconscious mind uses alcohol to help you feel better about yourself. You can change your drinking habits by becoming more conscious of when you do drink - put your glass down, sip water between alcohol and put some strategies in place to break the habits

Weight Loss Exercise - Find the Motivation

When it comes to sticking to weight loss exercise, motivation is key. If you don't usually do weight loss exercise such as running or gym workouts, you can self sabotage yourself saying 'it's not you'. Feeling uncomfortable about weight loss exercise can stop you before you've even begun. Therapists recommend you 'think yourself fit' by giving yourself the role of being a fitter person. Just as an actor takes on a role, you can think positively about seeing yourself as being a fitter person. Don't expect immediate results from your weight loss exercise - you are planting a seed, getting the right mindset and working towards a fitness goal. Losing weight through weight loss exercise isn't an overnight thing, it's about creating new, healthy habits. It's crucial you enjoy the weight loss exercise you decide to do. You don't have to hit the gym if you love country walking. Doing what you enjoy means you're upping your chances of sticking to your weight loss exercise regime.

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