Friday, February 13, 2009

Closing Thoughts and Key Points!



Here are some things to keep in mind in
your Journey.



􀀹 The key to your success is YOU and
your desire to succeed.


􀀹 Think of this as a lifestyle change
and not a diet! Your overall goal is to
become healthier.


􀀹 Surround yourself with positive, supportive people.


􀀹 Do not be hard on yourself if you slip!


􀀹 You will lose weight quicker in the beginning. And you may end up
hitting a plateau. It happens. Try changing up your diet and
exercise routine.


􀀹 Start your nutrition plan by eating smaller portions.


􀀹 Instead of completely eliminating a food item, find a replacement.
For example, instead of white bread, eat whole wheat instead. You
are still eating bread, but one that is healthier for you.


􀀹 Do not skip meals! Try eating smaller, healthy snacks throughout
the day to help tide you over until your next meal.


􀀹 If you are diabetic, you can still benefit from your Journey, but you
will have to be very careful in your choices. Definitely consult with
your doctor to find the best solutions for your needs.


􀀹 Plan your meals ahead of time.


􀀹 Eat a small snack before you go shopping. Do not ever go to the
grocery store when you are hungry! You will tend to buy more
“garbage” food when you are hungry.


􀀹 When eating out, avoid buffets. They just scream, “Fill Your Belly!”


􀀹 Start your exercise routine by simply walking. Just walking is
much better than doing nothing. Exercising/Walking strengthens
your heart and gets the blood flowing throughout your body with
less effort.


Choosing to make this Journey To A New You is going to have its good
days and its bad days.
Please remember: the Destination is worth every bit of effort and
struggles you will go through.


You will not only look better, but more importantly, you will feel better
and have fewer health issues in the future.


No one can predict when our time is up on this Earth, but while we are
here, why not live the healthiest life we can live?
You can do it…I know you can!

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

BENEFITS OF YOUR JOURNEY



There are many benefits from going on your
Journey. Here are but just a few:



- Better Health: You are less likely to have serious health problems
with good nutrition and exercise



- Feeling Better: As you progress on your Journey, you will begin
feeling better. You will have more energy.



- A Better Social Life: It is no picnic being made fun of! When you
lose weight, you “look” better – which is what society demands.



- Higher Self Esteem: When you look better and feel better, your self
esteem will naturally increase. Your Journey has given you the
confidence you can do anything you set your mind to!



- Less Tension and Stress: Not only does exercise help strengthen
your heart, but it releases and reduces tension and stress that you
build up during the day.