Weight loss tips from women who have lost 10 kg or more
Losing weight is a very difficult path where you can have too many difficulties. That's why here we leave you tips to lose weight.
Weight loss is never easy, sorry to burst your bubble if you thought it was. From detoxes that promise you’ll lose 10 kilos in a week to diets that basically make you starve. The truth is that there is no magic trick to losing weight. All it takes is a lot of hard work and consistency. But that doesn’t mean you can’t learn some tips and tricks along the way. Here are 5 women who know exactly what it’s like to struggle with weight loss and totally win.
Planning is everything
A little over two years ago, Stacy weighed 300 pounds. But with exercise and healthy eating, Stacy has managed to lose 60 pounds and stop taking her insulin resistance medication. “Weight loss must be planned. Those who do not plan, plan to fail. Always prepare your food to avoid eating high-calorie foods. * When you crave something sweet, try to find the healthier alternative to satisfy your craving. Forget about crazy diets, do your research and start seeing each meal as an opportunity to nourish your body.” – @fitcity_girl
Positive thinking goes a long way
Rushaan started his journey weighing 108 kilos. Since then she has lost 16 kilos in one year and did it all while working full time and raising 4 children. “Every day won’t be a great day, but choose to focus on the good. It is only with a positive attitude that your way of thinking would change. Remember that it is never too late to start, so choose to listen to that inner voice that encourages you, that pushes you to live better and be better. Don’t let negative voices govern how you see yourself” – @fitishat40
It’s not all about the scale
After a major health scare, Natasha decided it was time for her to take control of her health and make some serious changes. * So far, this fit mummy has lost over 15 kilos and is doing great things in the fitness world. “While having a scale is a reference point and a way to measure, numbers should not be the end goal. I highly recommend using weekly progress pictures and adjusting your clothing. I am a testimony of that. To date I have lost 15 kilos in total, but I have nevertheless lost six dress sizes. We must not be defined by numbers, but focus on improving health and well-being.” – @Fitlikemummy
Reveal your progress
Leandie has lost more than 45 kilos in the last 4 years. And all this without the help of pills or shortcuts, just pure determination and consistency. “Surround yourself with like-minded people who motivate you. Post your journey on social media to help keep you accountable, you’ll never know you can inspire people along the way.” – @Leandie84_sa
Focus on health, not weight
Roxy has lost over 40 kilos since the start of her weight loss journey. Throughout her journey, she has maintained that taking care of her health should always be her number one priority. ”It’s easy to focus on the number on the scale and become a smaller version of yourself. When I stopped focusing on being smaller and focused my energy on being stronger, fitter and better, that’s when I felt better. * It’s okay to want to lose weight, but having your mind set on a specific number will eventually cause you frustration and discourage you. Remember that the journey is for life and not a career, so focus on what matters: your health.” – @roxystrydom_fitnessjourney If you want more information on nutrition and health topics, or need advice to find the healthiest eating plan to help you lose weight, ** click here
