Lose Weight Permanently - No. 8 - Lose Weight Slowly

You have started a new diet and you realise that it is time to get that weight under control. You know it is hard but you are determined to try. The more you lose the better, you think. But this brings with it unrealistic expectations. You will not feel satisfied until you see the weight drop off - and drop off in large quantities daily. But, that's not the way. You must lose weight slowly.

Fast weight loss is unrealistic and could be accompanied by other adverse effects. Rapid weight loss can bring with it a sense of achievement but the long term prospects are less than ideal if your expectations are so high all the time.

Take your time in losing weight. Eat less and do more exercise. Even small amounts count. Weight loss accompanied by a good exercise program is ideal. 3500 calories equal one pound of weight. Small changes such as eliminating 250 calories per day from food intake and expending 250 calories a day by burning fat through exercise will lead to one pound of weight lost per week.

Don't keep weighing yourself on the scales. Doing it routinely once per week is fine. Daily weighings (or multiple times per day) can bring with it bad vibes if you are not seeing persistent weight losses. By doing it weekly you are more likely to see a change which will act as a pick-me-up for you.

Don't forget that you current weight is the product of several years of bad habits. That cannot be undone overnight. Yet slow weight loss will be more likely to be permanent.

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