Archive for motivation
Follow Dani’s Journey to Lose 45 Pounds in 6 Months
Posted by: | CommentsDani is like so many of us. She has struggled with her weight for a number of years. Follow along as she shares her journey towards long term weight loss success through the 6 month weight loss program at the Center for Metabolic Health which includes comprehensive education through their exclusive Weight Management University. You can follow Dani’s journey on the CMH blog!
Ask the experts – Realistic Advice for Weight Loss Success
Posted by: | CommentsWeight loss doesn’t have to be difficult and frustrating. Let Dr. Thomas W. Clark and the weight loss experts at CMH help you overcome your barriers to weight loss success so you can incorporate easy to follow information into your every day life and live the healthy life you desire.
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Success is mine this time!
Posted by: | CommentsAt CMH, we are seeing a record number of people meet or exceed their weight loss goals. In addition to the educational curriculum offered through our Weight Management University, individualized counselings, group lifestyle education and fitness classes, newsletters, podcasts and personal training, we instill the confidence for patients to say “Success is mine this time!” It is another reminder of their commitment to break the yo-yo dieting cycle they may have been on in the past and learn what to do and how to eat so they can be successful for life! As an added benefit, these motivated and successful people are wonderful examples for the loved ones in their life.
It is inevitable with any weight loss plan to reach a plateau or experience a relapse. It is most important during these times to talk to your weight loss coach, get involved and overcome your plateau or relapse without using it as an excuse to abandon all of your efforts that were working up until this point. Often, mild tweaking of your plan can make all the difference in the world and keep you on the road to success.
We welcome your struggles here on our blog. Let us know your barriers and struggles and we will give you sound, practical advice so you can experience success this time as well! We offer expert advice and motivation for successful weight loss results each and every day and welcome this new forum so we can do the same for you. We all have barriers to weight loss success - don’t go it alone – share them and help others as well along the way!
Top 5 Tips for a Successful Exercise Program
Posted by: | CommentsExercising regularly is critical to losing weight and keeping it off. Here are some quick tips to starting your exercise program and staying motivated along the way!
Check with your doctor
Consult with your doctor before you begin any exercise program. After a medical evaluation, your doctor will be able to determine your fitness level and advise you on the right way to start a program.
Don’t overdo it
Start slow! Start with a walking program of about 20 to 30 minutes three days a week. You can slowly increase the duration and intensity of your exercise activities as you become more fit.
Have fun
Choose activities that are fun and add some variety to your program so exercise won’t seem boring or routine. Ask a friend to join you or listen to music to keep yourself entertained while you are burning calories!
Stick to a schedule
Make an appointment on your calendar for your exercise activities and stick to it. Try to make exercising a daily routine, but be flexible – if you miss your scheduled workout, incorporate physical activity into your day another way.
Reward yourself
Every day, write down what type exercise you did, how you felt and how much weight you have lost since starting your program. To stay motivated, reward yourself when you reach your daily or weekly weight loss goals.