…those crazy efforts by overeating on the weekends and trying to start over again every Monday.
Through following weight blogs and success stories, I learned about clean eating, so I did some Google research on it. I realized that eating clean needed to be my next step if I wanted to get stronger inside and out. I chose more whole foods that I prepared at home (whole grains, fruits, vegetables, beans, chicken breast, etc. that has not been processed to death). I chose to keep foods as close to their natural form as possible, basically without all the additives and preservatives. That’s when I started seeing changes that became lasting. I lost more weight in my first 3 months of clean eating and working out than I had in the entire time with poor eating and working out! It’s true that you can’t outrun a bad diet.
My advice for others who want to lose weight is to start with cultivating a greater love for yourself first. When you love someone, you want to give them your absolute best. The same goes for ownselves. When we love ourselves tremendously, we will also be willing to be patient and compassionate with ourselves throughout the process. I would also encourage anyone who wants to lose weight to have a personal declaration, mantra, or scripture for daily motivation. Mine is 1 Corinthians 9:27 (MSG Version) – “I don’t know about you, but I’m running hard for the finish line. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. No sloppy living for me! I’m staying alert and in top condition. I’m not going to get caught napping, telling everyone else all about it and then missing out myself.”
I had been heavy for over 20 years. Overweight in my 20’s, obese in my 30’s, now I’m getting fit in my 40s! And, friend reading this, you have what it takes to do this once and for all, too! And you will! One more thing: be merciful and compassionate towards yourself along the way. We will get there together!
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