
Make dieting easier by making sure that you think through the most common obstacles and come with a suitable strategy. Implement some of the following techniques to grow your chances for success.
One of the main reasons dieting proves so hard on most of us is that it often requires major shifts in our behavior. Sudden shifts in behavior are rarely easy, which is why the process takes quite a toll on our willpower. Learning to adjust along the way is essential and having a few strategies to make things flow more easily is extremely important in order to maximize result. Apply some of the following strategies for improving your habits:
Frequent Snacking
With all the positive connotations that frequent snacks have gotten
lately, it's fairly easy to make this a strong part of your day and
consequently overdo it, which can really sabotage your efforts
rather than helping the process. Stick to max 2 snacks with a
calorie range between 100 and 300 calories, rather than opting for
delicious sweets that make it hard to stop when necessary. Opt for
wholesome food that will also offer satiety not only a temporary
sense of satisfaction.
Weekend Rebel
After being 'good' for five days, it can be hard to resist the urge
to celebrate with delicious treats. Avoiding to do so, however,
will make you 1.5 more likely to stay within 5 pounds of your
desired weight goal. This is true even if the habits aren't exactly
perfect to begin with. Limiting alcohol during weekends is a great
step in the right direction as it packs more calories than one
might think.
Mindless Eating
It can be extremely easy to reward yourself for going through a
tough day. Doing so, however, can easily translate into lots of
wasted time for remorse and unwanted pounds. Identifying strategies
to cope with the inevitable downfalls that will occur and finding
different ways to fulfill the real need, whether we are talking
about avoiding boredom or connecting with someone rather than
automatically reaching for a food substitution.
Speed eating
We're leading a fast-paced life and automating some things makes a
lot of sense. When it comes to eating, however, doing things the
old fashioned way is best. While not always easy, steering clear of
finger foods is a great step forward to really help you make a
shift in your habits. Furthermore, making sure you need to use the
fork and other utensils can diminish the calorie intake of a meal
by 10% effortlessly, according to some studies.
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