Short-term wins, long-term losses
Sometimes things that work really well in the short-term are worse in the long run. Many people are happy to rapidly lose weight with an ultra-low calorie diet. Unfortunately, our bodies often overcorrect when we go back to normal eating. To make up for “starving,” we gain the weight back, plus a little extra.
It’s a sad irony that the more often you do crash diets, the harder it is to lose weight. If you want to lose weight sustainably, aim to lose about 1% per week. When you reach your goal, your body is more likely to accept it as the new normal.
How do you demonstrate patience to achieve long-term results?
Hopefully, my questions cause you to reflect on your own thinking, relationships or choices. Maybe I even inspire you to make positive changes.
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