Secrets of Success

mineral water

I drink a lot of all natural flavored mineral water in place of soda, juice or wine. It is filling, has a slight flavor, counts toward my water goal, and looks pretty in a wine glass while my husband sips his wine at dinner. Saves me lot of calories and sugar!

We are all human.

We can forget this and even crave more attention and perfection at this stage. Remind yourself of where you have come from and achieved. You are still moving and moving forward even though the numbers and comments may be at a stand still. You did not do this for that but to be healthy and happy.

Do not live in fear.

Many live with the fear of going back to our old habits and ways losing all that we have done. Know that you have and will continue to do it. You will adapt what you do and find a balance to your healthy ways and life in general. Never live in fear but in confidence in what you have and will do!

Keep It Fresh

To keep from getting bored, and to keep my body guessing, I change my workout routine every month. This way I'm always working different muscles, and I get to look forward to a new routine every month.

Awareness

My motto, "Awareness is all," says it in one sentence. Being aware of everything you put in your mouth, of your physical activity, of how your body feels, are keys to maintenance. And crucial to that awareness is HONESTLY evaluating and recording all your foods and physical activities.

The 5 Pound Rule

Weigh your self daily. Don't allow yourself to gain more than 5 pounds without taking positive action. Continue to exercise and track your food. Maintain the good habits that caused you to lose weight.

Keeping a food journal

Keeping a food journal is the key to weight maintenance. When you plan your food daily you will be sure to get all the food groups covered and keep you from eating food that could cause you to regain the weight.