The Diet Logs

So we have started the diet plan. It worked for a few days and then there were days when we just backslide a bit, eat a bit more and sometimes, forgot about the diet altogether. Then we resolve to start it again next week. Monday most probably to start the week on the right foot.

This has happened to me a number of times and I had to get tips on what I could do to stay on track with my diet plan.

I have read articles about this and found these tips:

1. Set REALISTIC weight loss goals that you can achieve; you can always set a new one once you reach that goal.

2. Drink PLENTY of water:  at least 8-10 glasses per day.

3. Take the recommended vitamins and dietary supplements. Consult your doctor for this one.

4. Exercise helps!  The more the better.

5. If you are hungry, eat—just make sure it’s something on the low carbohydrate list.

6. If you are traveling or going somewhere which may not have low carbohydrate food choices (e.g. the movies, a party, an airplane) either eat before you go, or bring your own food with you.

7. At home, try to be creative about varying your diet:  variety is the spice of life and will decrease your likelihood of letting boredom cause you to stray from your goals.

8. If you “cheat” or fall off the bandwagon, don’t despair, and don’t give up.  Just get right back to your plan as soon as possible.

I’ll be sure to keep these in mind should I need something to boost me up for encouragement.

Ronalyn Edillor wrote this on July 3rd, 2008 and filed it under Diet Logs |