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How To Become A Successful Dieter
By Annette Dykes, Thu Dec 8th
h1 class="recipes">7-tip Series: How to become a SuccessfulDieter! What do thin people know that others do not? Here are the TOP 7TIPS on how to “think” like a thin person, so that you canbecome one… TIP #1: Stop Dieting!!
Or at least, stop calling whatever you’re doing a “diet.” Justthe word “diet” alone is enough to make a person’s skin crawl. Why? Because so many of us have tried special diets beforeonly to lose control due to the severe restrictions by whichthese diets force us to live. If we have been lucky enough to lose weight on any of theseso-called diets, then statistically MOST of us have gainedthe weight back, many of us with an extra pound or two forgood measure (no pun intended). So what’s happening? It’s all in our minds. Diets have badreps, and your mind is very skeptical of dieting. If you’ve failed at a “diet” before, you will fail at a “diet”again… So think of healthy weight loss as alifestyle change– with specific dietary changes, butno outright restrictions. You’ll be happier, and slimmer, in thelong run.
TIP #2: Eat Your FavoriteFoods
Was that a mis-print? Nope. I mean it when I say “eat your favorite foods”… Of course,eating does not imply gorging oneself on chips anddonuts, but there is nothing wrong withthese food items as long as you eat them only inmoderation. But what does moderation mean, anyway? If you listen to yourbody, it will tell you when it has had enough. If you tend to over-stuff yourself, then you are probablyeating too much! But there’s nothing wrong with an Oreo Cookie or a handful ofTostado Chips every once in a while. The only problem is the quantity in which we consume theseso-called “bad” foods. Of course, there are healthier alternatives to most snackfoods, but if you’re going to crave something sweet or salty –EAT IT. Just watch how much you’re eating and stopafter one serving size. Take what you are going toeat, and then put the bag away. Then drink a glass of water, ora cup of peppermint tea. And if you have trouble listening to your body at first, startreading the labels in order to understand how much is enough. Mmmmmm…. Chocolate….. TIP #3: Listen to YourBody Have you ever tried to talk yourself out of eating somethingsweet or salty, only to wait a few moments and end up eating itanyway? Your conversation probably went something like this: “Joe, you really shouldn’t eat that piece of pie. Youhad a piece yesterday, and you had ice cream on it, too. Don’teat it – you’ll regret it.” “Yeah, you know I did have that pie last night. I’ll wait andeat the rest of it tomorrow.” “But maybe it will be bad by tomorrow. You shouldn’t waste thatpie. It was so GOOD!” “Hmmm… Maybe I’ll just have a tiny piece and save the rest fortomorrow. How would that be?” “Well, I guess a little piece won’t hurt.”
And the pie is on the plate with your fork in your mouth beforeyou can say, “A la mode.” Here’s something to think about: Instead of trying torationalize with your mind as to why you should or should nothave that piece of pie, try talking with your BODY about it. This is a new concept to most people, butit really works. Ask your body what it needs. Remember, food is fuel for your body. Your body knows if itneeds proteins, fats, or carbohydrates. Rarely will your body ask for pie. It is your mind that wantsthe pie. But a little pie every now and again won’thurt anything either. Remember – Everything in moderation. Thekey here is to make healthier choices MORE OFTEN.
Learn to tell the difference and to listen to your body, and youwill be on your way to a slimmer you in no time. TIP #4: Move!!! What do you mean “move"??!!?
What do you think of when I say the word “exercise?” I know whatI think about. I think of sneakers and shorts and beads of sweatrunning down my face as I watch the aerobics instructor lead methrough a complicated routine that I really couldn’t follow ifmy life depended on it. Well, I used to be able to follow thoseroutines, but somewhere along the way, I got turned around and Ican’t seem to follow their instructions anymore. Exercise is often equated to “hard work.” And sometimes I justdon’t feel like exercising. Can any of you relate?
Maybe “exercise” doesn’t create those feelings for you. If so – Great! Keep exercising! But what about the word, “move?” Movementdoesn’t have the same threatening connotations attached to itthat many people feel with the word “exercise.” I have started a“movement program” now instead of an exerciseprogram. What’s the difference? My movement programdoesn’t require a background in to perform, and I“move” as often as I can throughout the day. Movement has becomea part of my daily routine, rather than a one-hour trip to thegym that I have to do 5 days per week (that doesn’t mean I nevergo to the gym. I still do! But now I go because I want to, notbecause I “have” to). Movement means
Recruiting
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d6/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1733252059_08-15-08---Recruiting-Thumb.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>The Big Ten football coaches want you! (08/15/08, Big Ten Football)
Hamm Brothers Talk Competition
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d6/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1670012760_07-15-08-Hamms-Oly-Th.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Paul and Morgan Hamm talk about their goals of winning a medal at the Beijing Olympics and the memories formed in the competition. (Big Ten Gymnastics, 07/2008)
Big Ten Gymnastics Championships - Men's Individual Results
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1490306747_26ee160814f429a14734ca413f00bc58c111e3f7.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>The Big Ten crowned it's individual champions in men's gymnastics on Friday night. (Big Ten Gymnastics)
Big Ten Gymanstics Championships - Men's Team Results
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1490148577_286a690e730b40cb4126e700628f04f3b5dddb4f.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Penn State takes advantage of the home crowd and walks away with the 2008 Big Ten Men's Gymnastics Championship.
Georgia at Michigan - Gymnastics Highlights
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1450935258_0455c7634cdeec110807ce9d159ab2ae9d3b3aa5.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>No. 4 Michigan knocked off the three-time defending national champion and current No. 1 Georgia on Friday with a season-high 197.600-196.950 victory in front of the seventh-biggest crowd at Crisler Arena. (Michigan Gymnastics)
Minnesota at Michigan - Women's Gymnastics Highlights
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1423475404_cf60abc851f9fabe9f4d9c73e990230366eda6eb.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>The No. 5 Michigan women's gymnastics team put up a season-best score of 196.875 to knock off Minnesota (192.675) at the Coaches Care Challenge Pink Meet. (Michigan Gymnastics, Minnesota Gymnastics)
Michigan State at Illinois - Women's Gymnastics Highlights
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1423475422_f2d78fe488a904d4a26378193582d8eb45867d83.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>The Fighting Illini women's gymnastics team fell to No. 22 Michigan State by a score of 194.750-194.425 Saturday night in front of 1,059 fans at Huff Hall. (Illinois Gymnastics, Michigan State Gymnastics)
Ohio State at Iowa - Women's Gymnastics Highlights
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1414306130_416f64071d0198536e84bddac86208428b7e6e61.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Ann Kreiter of the Big Ten Women's Show brings you highlights of the gymnastics action between Ohio State and Iowa. (Ohio State Gymnastics, Iowa Gymnastics)
Illinois at Iowa - Women's Gymnastics Highlights
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1395221459_0fdf1d897826f0127f6bac8c8c251df4b05d2090.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>The No. 22 Fighting Illini Women's Gymnastics team defeated No. 25 Iowa on the road Friday night by a score of 193.650-192.975. (Illinois Gymnastics, Iowa Gymnastics)
Michigan State at Michigan - Women's Gymnastics Highlights
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1395221457_576abfca0c03d38ad69bf0870cf4ad26af930437.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>The sixth-ranked Wolverines put up their highest score since last season against the Spartans in a 196.750-194.550 victory over No. 24 Michigan State. (Michigan State Gymnastics, Michigan Gymnastics)
Michigan at Penn State - Women's Gymnastics Highlights
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1386385995_db12c4742c6a204b1e9dec0344f0bc827be1525a.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Big Ten competition got underway with a battle between Michigan and Penn State. No. 6 Michigan held on for a 195.275-195.100 victory over No. 14 Penn State. (Michigan Gymnastics, Penn State Gymnastics)
Windy City Invitational Highlights
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1377954615_75c6dd0e66d8f329921c6c668718c5dce8d12f24.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Highlights from the Windy City Invitational, where Illinois took second.
Coach Golder talks Windy City Invitational
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1377954504_f5db2f9dcb0b78293db1171b3b610f6408b67612.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Michigan gymnastics coach Kurt Golder talks abotu Michigan's season so far and their performance at the Windy City Invitational.
Coach Hayasaki on Windy City Invitational
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1377937249_ab732c872671ed352b7571e0f965aa897b4e5272.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Illinois coach Yoshi Hayasaki talks about his team's performance at the Windy City Invitational and looks ahead to conference action.
Lindsey Bruck on Michigan Gymnastics
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1377922815_663fb6a5cc36642d0cadbb3ea302d985c9e4076c.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Lindsey Bruck talks Wolverine gymnastics with Ann Kreiter.
Caray Fagan Talks OSU Gymnastics
<img src="http://brightcove.vo.llnwd.net/d5/unsecured/media/1079018831/1079018831_1377922812_242c44f22a898681de70c4b135f27f5da4a422c0.jpg?pubId=1079018831"/>Ohio State's women's gymnastics coach Caray Fagan talks with the Big Ten Women's Show about her team's season so far, including a big win over Maryland.
taking the stairs, walkingthrough the parking lot, dancing in my living room, playing agame of pick-up basketball, stretching, sitting on myBall (you know those big, colorful balls you see atthe gym or on TV?) so that my lower back is always working and Iwork on my posture throughout the day. You see, movement is easy. And it can be fun, too. Wouldn’t you like to go take the dogs for a walk in the park,and feed the ducks while you’re there? Or to go dancing withsome friends? Or maybe you enjoy gardening or cleaning (okay,there have got to be SOME people who enjoy cleaning!) Get off the couch and enjoy your life. MOVEevery day. TIP #5: Focus on the Progress, not onthe Gap So often when working with people who are trying to loseweight, I notice that many of them focus on how far away theyare from their goal, rather than acknowledging the progress theyare making. In losing her first two pounds on a program, one of my clientssaid, “Only two pounds! I still have 23 more to go!” What kindof message do you think that sends to your subconscious mind?
Instead of focusing on the 23 pounds (or whatever it is for you)that you have NOT lost yet, recognize andacknowledge yourself for the progress you HAVE made.This will encourage and motivate you to continue on your weightloss path. Sometimes it’s not easy, whichis why a supportive environment, or a coach, can be a hugebenefit in your success. In any case, acknowledge yourself as often as you can. And focus on your success! TIP #6: Attract Your PerfectBody Everything, everything, everything in our lives is areflection of the vibration we are giving off to theuniverse. If you want a healthy body, you can attract it, by becomingaware of the thoughts, feelings and emotions that are prevalentin your thinking about your weight. Everything in the universeis made up of energy (ask a Physicist), and this includes ouremotions. If you emit positive emotions, you will attractpositive results. If you emit negative emotions, you will attract exactly whatyou say you don’t want in your life.
The Law of Attraction is a complex, yetvery simple principle that has been clearly explained by MichaelLosier in his book, “The Law of Attraction”. Successful dieters understand that their thoughts and feelingslead to their results (your inner world creates your outerworld).
TIP #7: Play What does playing have to do with dieting? Everything! If you perceive something to be hard,tedious, boring or no fun, your subconscious mind will dowhatever it takes to take you out of the game. But have you ever noticed that when you do something fun –something you love – the energy of that experience lasts forhours, if not days, after the experience itself has ended? That’s because you have raised your vibrational energy, andwhen you are in a higher vibrational state, life FLOWS withease. The same thing will happen when you “play” with your food! Okay,I know your mother always told you not to… But who’s watching?
When you take care of the part of you that wants to play, youwill naturally be more loving towards yourself – and thatincludes in the food and exercise area of your life, too! So,make a Mickey Mouse in your pancakes. Go for a bike ride in thepark, or spend an evening dancing! Whatever you do, PLAY! Lighten up! Play is a critical factorin your success as a dieter and your overall life fulfillment,too.
##### Publisher's Box ##### © Annette Dykes, Certified Weight Loss & Life Coach, CertifiedFitness Trainer. www.MyPrivateCoach.com Annette Dykes is the Life&Weight Loss Coach atMyPrivateCoach. Shecan be contacted at info@myprivatecoach.com. Get a taste of coaching FREE today, schedule your first free session! This article may be published without the consent of theauthor so long as the publisher's box is included in thepost. ##### End Publisher's Box #####
About the author:Annette holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology andhas coached hundreds of people over the past seven years tosuccessful weight loss by implementing simple and effectivestrategies that make losing weight easy and fun! Her holisticapproach focuses on creating life-balance while implementingnecessary change.
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