What Other Factors (Besides Nutrition) Help You Succeed?

pkw58

Maintenance was part of my original commitment to myself .. Logging calories in, weighing daily, getting 10,000 steps in and going for 8 hours sleep a night, drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day. Throwing out the unflattering don't fit anymore clothes. the change in lifestyle spilled into my consumption of just about everything- I have a job close to my home, I drive an electric car, and I cut my wardrobe down to less than 20% of quantity of items, but about 200% in quality of items.

cinnag4225

A sense of humor. It's a small thing, but when I started running being able to laugh at how ridiculous I probably look kept me from being overly apprehensive of judgement from others. In addition to that, silly memes and quotes like "Zombies Don't Eat Fast Food" keep my spirits and motivation up when I don't really want to run. (There's also some silly satisfaction in the knowledge that I now walk faster than my hubby. )

ceceblackstock327

For me, sleep.. Sleep was such a key factor to get things going.. 8 hours a night, even if that means I put myself to bed at 7:30...

edtaylorky

Learning to listen to my body.

Learning to feel good about myself NOW, because there will never be a day when any of us has finally reached "it" -- self love directs better choices, whereas better choices don't direct self love.

LENTILS!!!

180 days, 70 pounds

JennifrClaire

Giving up TV. Then sugar. Then any simple carbs. Then started logging everything. Walking dogs a good hike everyday. Gardening.

orglute

Taking pictures of the food I lovingly prepare.

chel325

Cooking instead of eating out, using less oil in cooking, finding exercise I enjoy, eating the food I want no matter if they're bad or not as long as I log it!

JustaJoe00

CICO is really just not over eating....for me....and i walk and workout now on a regular basis....has to be like brushing your teeth....you just do it, everyday.....

cjscott2

Being kind to myself.

StayFit_123

creating a 300-calorie deficit a day. I didn't go extreme, and it has enabled me to achieve 30 lbs of weight loss in the most stable and natural way.

StayFit_123

malibu927 wrote: »

Taking the time to read and learn what needed to be done to be successful. It's not about fad diets, quick tricks, or restricting everything I love. The simplest approach works just fine, and I'm thankful for the many people who have shown me this.

Great insight, I have had the luck to know the same at the early stage of my weight loss journey. Simply by eating fresh and natural, I'm losing weight.

evangelinam50

I'm new. Third day. Trying to find right group. Looking for any suggestions. I've been working out 4-5 days a week,each day inludes 30-60 minutes of cardio, and 30 minutes of weight training. Started 2 months ago and weight was 207 lbs. I weighed yesterday and it was 207 lbs. Need to lose 50-60 lbs. Too much conflicting information to sort through! Any suggestions!!!

vczK2t

for me, and I'm still a work in progress, it's learning to listen to my body and it's signals. no foods or drinks are off limits. however, if my body doesn't want it, then I won't eat it. not as easy as it sounds, but I sure as heck feel SO much better when I listen to my body. for me it's always going to be CI vs CO. if i try to restrict certain foods, it's going to be failure for me.

vczK2t

I still don't "love" myself, but i don't hate myself anymore. I am very slowly learning to accept myself for who i am now, not who i think i should be.

Notaphase

When I get home, I don't change into comfy clothes. I put on a pair of shorts that are slightly too tight for me. It's less comfortable to lounge on the couch this way and it keeps me from mindlessly snacking. It's a lot of fun to reach the point when those too-tight shorts start to get baggy

Domilg23

self-discipline

Stronger4_life

Early morning workouts at 5:00 AM and a personal coach helping me with a fitness plan every two months!

Disneybound16

Working with my husband. Having someone in the house doing the same diet. Do not have to worry about temptations in the house

IremiaRe

Log, Log, Log... Move, Move, Move...

Not being a diet Nazi...allowing myself the occasional treat - a minibon, some chocolate, whatever - so long as I have done the exercise to earn the calories.

Not cutting out any particular nutrient - low carb is good - NO carbs ain't happening.

It's not a diet - it's eating like a "normal" person for the rest of my life. Since that doesn't come naturally, I will always have to pay attention - but, I can do it. Eventually, it will be a habit that I can't break.

clarkkent4523

The biggest key to success for me was dedication. Keeping on it even when progress seemed slow. Not getting discouraged if I messed up and remembering I am not on a diet I am choosing to live a heathier happier life.