1. NEVER EAT DIRECTLY FROM THE BAG. Measure out the quantity of food you are planning to eat, then put the rest away. EXCEPT when you buy PORTION CONTROLLED PACKAGES. You should have a small meal every 4 hours. I carry packs of crackers and water when I’m not home to insure I don’t get too hungry. Your stomach shouldn’t be growling but not too full either. 2. SMALLER PLATES = BIGGER LOOKING PORTIONS You eat less also. REALLY! 3. SELF CONTROL STARTS AT THE GROCERY STORE. If it’s not in the house, you can’t eat it. Go with a list and stick to the list. 4. INCREASE YOUR EXERCISE IN SMALL WAYS. Buy a pedometer to measure your steps. Wear it all the time, every day. Force yourself to walk up and down stairs if you own a multi-story house. Betty White, the actress, said "I stay in shape by owning a 2 story house and having a bad memory.” Park you car far from the store entrance. Walk around stores, malls and large places like Costco or office building (if you work in one). 5. USE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS FOR LIFTING AND TO DEVELOP UPPER BODY STRENGTH. No more than 5 pounds. Soup cans are perfect! As with all exercise, use common sense and follow doctor’s instructions. 6,. READ NUTRITION LABELS. NEVER assume you know what's in a product! For example, be aware of things like “no sugar added.” There can be natural sugars that are still fattening and unhealthy. 7. REWARD YOURSELF ONCE A WEEK. Whether you like ice cream, chocolates or some other food, , allow yourself one small amount as a reward for staying on your diet. 8. USE "BEFORE AND AFTER" CLOTHING AS AN INCENTIVE. Hang a pair of pants that are your largest size, to see where you start, next to a pair of pants that are your goal size, to see where you’re going. 9. PUT FAT PICTURES OF YOURSELF ON THE FRIDGE AND MIRROR IN YOU BEDROOM. This is a great reminder of how much progress you're making. 10. “DIETING IS A SLIPPERY SLOPE” (quote: Roger Green). Don’t let a “slip” in your diet weaken your commitment. Ignore the infraction and get right back on the diet immediately! You CAN get the future you want. |
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AuthorI've been a fashionista since the age of 7 when my Grandmother taught me how to sew clothes for my dolls. At age 10 I started making clothes for myself. I've taken college courses in textiles and garment construction. These days I work in the retail fashion industry and love helping my clients look great! Categories
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