How to Lose Weight and Keep it Off for Good: Final Step!

It's time to explore the different ways you like to move!
 
This does not mean you have to go to the gym.  Many people think of exercise and they make excuses because they don't have enough time to go the gym or to take a walk.  The bad news is that these excuses will no longer work for you.  The good news is that you can incorporate more movement within your busy schedule.

First, do a bit of brainstorming and come up with various ways you enjoy moving: Do you like to take walks?  Do you enjoy hiking? Do you enjoy swimming?  Do you like dancing?  Do you like yoga?  Do you enjoy stretching? Do you enjoy riding your bike?  Do you like going to the gym?  Consider all types of movement!

Now, be creative!  Create 1-3 goals for yourself in terms of moving more in your life.  These goals can be big or small- it doesn't matter- Only you know which goals are realistic in the present moment.  It is not a race to suddenly add a whole new element of movement into your life- this can be done slowly...After all, you are working to lose weight for good!  It is better to move forward slowly than to become overwhelmed and give up.  You can start with one small goal like parking further away from the office or from the entrance to the grocery store and then build upon that with one new goal each week.  Whatever works for you is perfect!

I would recommend using the SMART goal template in creating your goals.  This will help you create specific, realistic and achievable goals:

Specific: Your goal precisely spells out your desired result.

Measurable: The goal states your target in measurable terms so you will know when you have arrived, as well as where you are at any specific moment.

Achievable: The goal is physically possible to accomplish within the defined limitations.

Realistic: Your goal can be accomplished within the specified time and with available resources.

Time-Based: There is a calendar date by which you plan to achieve your goal.

Well, here we are at the end of our 5 week journey!  I would love to hear some feedback from those of you that have been following these steps.  You can post here, email me, or give me a call at 575-921-8234.
Please contact me if you need any support in creating smart goals or if you need some hypnotherapy work to become more motivated to move.

Here's to your health!