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7 Ways to consistently stay motivated in your weightloss journey

Post author By De
Post date June 9, 2020
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In a weightloss journey, motivation and consistency are one of the hardest things to maintain once I discovered how to stay motivated things changed consistently, and fitness is now a lifestyle.

Many tips will help you to become consistently motivated, but these are seven ways I feel helped me on my journey. I’m sharing seven ways to stay consistent.

The first tip to be consistently motivated: Remember your “Why?”, Often!

A way to mentally stay consistent is to remind yourself of your why and remind yourself often. Why did you start the goal? Was it to get a specific size. That only lasts for a moment, and then it falls by the wayside. Dig deep and find something that will get you up on those hard days. What’s motivating you to change your script and make a change. It prompted you to begin, which is probably the hardest part.

Be careful how you speak to yourself.

Another tip to help you stay motivated on your journey. Is how you speak to yourself. Be careful about how you talk to yourself because you’re listening.

Too often, we say what we believe we’re unable to do. Stop telling yourself that you can’t do something; you’re powerless. You don’t have time; you don’t have money. There are so many reasons why you can’t do so many things. You need to figure out what you can do, and you start telling yourself that you can.

“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Proverbs 18:21

Stop feeling guilty and stop seeking perfection.

When people look at me they think, she does everything entirely. I remember being eight-five pounds heavier, scrolling watching other perfect people. But we all started as a beginner it took me over two years to achieve my goal. You’re never going to climb a mountain without mishaps. There will be slips, falls, and stumbles the entire process. Setbacks and progress, and even when you reach the top, you may trip up a little, and that is okay.

Stop feeling guilty about the things that you messed up and are already done. Stop worrying about what you did yesterday; it’s already happened. Just focus on what you’re doing today and what you can do for your next decision.

Perfection is overrated! To get you to where you want to go, you may have to stop getting caught up in perfection. There’s only one perfect person that walks this planet, and His name was Jesus, who knew we would never meet perfection without Him.

Prioritize Yourself

We prioritize what we feel is important; usually, our own personal care is last. I remember when I did not prioritize myself, and it affected everything that I did. When I began taking time to do devotions every day, being mindful of how I nourish my body and moving, that took the time that I had to make within my day to care for myself so that I could be my best. I had to sacrifice some of my habits and replace them with better habits. I had to combine some things within my day to make time, but ultimately. I had to prioritize what I felt was necessary.

Do you have 20-30 minutes a day to spare for yourself? You can prioritize your favorite television show. Making sure you don’t miss that can’t miss the appointment. You also prioritize your children’s time. They will get where they need to be when they need to be there even if its something as simple as a playdate. Put yourself on the schedule for 20 minutes a day and see what the difference is in how you show up in other areas of your life.

Find some good accountability.

“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.

But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.

Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

We were meant to live in the community so that we could hold each other accountable. Even as we walk different journeys together, we are to be there for each other. Whether it’s online or that person in your life that loves you unconditionally, find some accountability.

A right accountability partner loves you and can support you by letting you cry on their shoulder but, at the same time, pick you back up and tell you to get back out there and do it all over again. So pray and seek out the right accountability partner. If you are having a hard time finding one, I would love to hold you accountable in my Bible and Bootcamps program or on my FaithFueled Life App once you find that accountability person makes sure that you create boundaries for those who don’t qualify to join your support team.

Set Boundaries

There are people in your life that, despite how much they love you or you love them, they are not significant influences when it comes to living a healthier lifestyle. Those people need to create boundaries. They won’t understand why you’re changing your habits or the funny stuff that you may be eating, and that’s okay. Don’t let other people’s judgment affect your conviction to honor your temple. Just pray that your transformation is a motivation for them to live a healthier lifestyle. Protect your peace by finding other ways to love them that does not involve food. It may change the dynamics of your relationship for good.

If you set up proper boundaries, you think this would be a given, but sometimes we let other peoples’ opinions run rampant in our head. At least, I do. I sometimes care what I think others are going to consider or what other people don’t approve that I don’t try something that I might enjoy. For example, the Backlash when <LINK> tried the Keto Diet or Intermittent Fasting and found despite others’ opinions, those things work for my body. We are all different, so don’t let other people’s opinions dictate what you’re doing on your journey.

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Celebrate the small wins.

I think other than prayer; this is something that is probably the most effective to keep you consistently motivated. If you’re celebrating the small wins, you don’t have time to feel guilty. You’re okay with not reaching perfection because the small victory you achieved is a confirmation that you are making change. When you celebrate, people want to join you, especially those who are keeping you accountable. Those you may need to set boundaries with, and that will help lessen the interference of what others are saying. Celebrating the little victories like I chose water over soda. Or I wasn’t as winded taking the stairs. Or I decided protein and produce over artificial and processed. Focusing on the small victories keeps you inspiring to achieve more small victories.

If you’re going to try any of my tips, I will start by celebrating the small win that you are trying to make a change in your life. Don’t focus on the end goal. Take it day by day, moment by moment, and enjoy the process.

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Why switching to a Biblical based diet worked for me?

Post author By De
Post date January 6, 2020
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Changing to a Biblical Based diet

In the last few years, so many things have changed for me inside and out. My perspective I think has had the greatest change in my life. I think through my seeking God to help me, trusting in Him and be grateful in the moment has revealed lots. What I think has become more than just a habit but a lifestyle change for me is eating a Biblical based diet.

Through Bible study and my own, I have researched in the great instruction book for life, the Bible. Where all questions are answered. So, when people ask what should I be eating, drinking, shaking you can take it back to the Word. God has something to say on that subject and I promise you Hot Pockets is not on it.

What Should I eat?

Now, grains, vegetables, and meats that come naturally from God’s earth is but we were not meant to be putting the extra additives that are added to Hot Pockets to fuels God’s good creation. So, when flipping through the good book even if you start from the beginning very quickly after man is created he is instructed on what he can eat.

Genesis 9:3 “Every moving thing that lives shall be food for you. And as I gave you the green plants, I give you everything.”

Genesis 9:3 made it easy. All of those things can be found at your local grocers around the outside parameters. I didn’t see any reference that the food that can be found in “Aisle 9” on the list.

What’s your definition of convenience food?

I don’t think that we appreciate that meats and vegetables are in this modern time prepared for our convenience. They come pre-cut meats and fish as well as pulled and washed fruits and vegetables. For most of American Society that is not convenient enough.

We now see it as a chore to take the precut meats and veggies and fruits and then prepare them. We want it already prepared, fast, and ready to serve. Still even with the convenience of not having to slaughter our food. We still “need” to have to be completely prepared and already cooked.

We would prefer driving up to a window, placing our request to our specific likes and receiving it cooked, hot and truly ready to eat. That was me Drive Thru Junkie and I spent most of my time in the car and very little time enjoying things of life other than my children.

29 Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food. 30 And to all the beasts of the earth and all the birds in the sky and all the creatures that move along the ground—everything that has the breath of life in it—I give every green plant for food.” And it was so. Genesis 1:29-30

Then I found myself with post baby and some “extra bad decisions” weight and no one to blame but me. I know that I needed to changes some habits and do things differently and possibly be inconvenienced.

It’s hard to eat “clean”

I remember how daunting it initially was to prepare every meal AT HOME or to have things for the girls to take to school or sports, just snacks. Making a lifestyle change meant ceasing to rely on Hot Pockets and Goldfish for food and adopting better options that God has provided.

Once I figured out a list of do’s and don’ts (taking straight from the Word) in Leviticus 11 and how to prepare it took time but I made changes. So, that’s what I did trial and error. A few bad meals here and there that eventually became delicious and you never missed the extra additives. Meal prep and preparation was quicker. And I began seeing miraculous effects on my body that did not only involve weight loss.

7 Reason I maintain a Biblical Based Diet

1. I feel AMAZING!

I believe it is why I have the energy to do all that I do each day and go to bed beat. No longer the highs and lows of sugars and processed foods. My skin has also cleared up! I have not changed my skin care routine just the things I eat. I’ve gone from lots of dark marks to just a few and it’s nice to not do anything or pay anything extra for skincare just needed to eat right. “It was written all over my face.”

2. I know longer suffer from seasonal allergies!

Seriously, people didn’t believe especially my family until they witnessed it themselves. I have suffered since I was a child with seasonal allergies. I had to get an allergy shot every week to just maintain some sort of normalcy on top of daily allergy medicine.

Since changing how and what I eat. I have not taken any allergy medicine, no sniffles, no itchy eyes, or scratchy throat. In my entire life, I have never gone through spring or fall without symptoms. The allergist probably still needs to confirm but I do know that I only eat whole foods and other than that nothing has changed.

3. I know longer have digestion issues!

I used to always complain after every meal “my stomach hates me.” Since going Whole or Biblical I only have complaints when I eat things that I am allergic to or are heavily processed. A survey stated that over 74% of Americans who were surveyed complain of digestive issues. For me if it’s something that is, “Just add water” makes my tummy HURT! But since eating a Biblically based diet I can eat without remorse ant that in itself has been worth it.

4. I have amazing energy!

Seriously, I no longer need coffee I just drink it for the taste. I used to be dependent come 2:30-4:30 I would be wiped out and no longer able to have energy for the day. When I eat well I feel well and I have the energy to power through my day!

5. I have lost weight!

If you have been following my journey you have seen the transformation but if you haven’t I’ve lost 70 lbs within 18 months. My Drive Thru junkie diet was a direct correlation with my weight and how I felt. Since switching to a Biblical Based diet, It has also propelled my weight loss and allowed me to achieve my goal faster than most. Nutrition is 80% of the journey. I exercised to lose the weight but by eating what God has provided has helped me tremendously. It’s actually made it simple when making food choices.

6. It’s simple!

Eating a Biblically based diet is easy. I don’t stress organic or ecological we focus on perishable. The most complicated part is how to eat a Biblically based diet and still enjoy the foods you love. It’s is possible! I would love to show you how. In our Bibles and Bootcamp, we spend two weeks exclusively on how we fuel our temple.

7. I feel I am honoring my temple!

This is the best benefit of them all. I am honoring my temple which gives me the energy to care for others, love others and share God with others and that is what we are called to do.

Changing to this lifestyle has changed my life, health, and mind and I want to share it with you. If you need help with Nutrition, Fitness and how to make it a lifestyle change that will stick.

Join us for our Bibles and Bootcamp where I will give you a nutrition guide and accountability with a meal plan and step-by-step family-friendly recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as a weekly shopping list with my 6-week Transformation program.

I also have a Free download for women who have been trying but just having a hard time achieving their goals. There are

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7 Reasons you may be craving sugar

Post author By De
Post date January 4, 2020
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Why do I crave sugar?

I have seriously sugar detoxed more than a handful of times only to be good for literally months and then get hooked back into a sugary spiral. I even have discovered some delicious sweeteners to replace sugar. Yet, I still have cravings. So, I went into research mode and I found some claritative information. My findings- I’m not craving sugar there are other issues that are making me think I want sugar. Which of course had me thinking does anyone else know that they may be an easier way to beat the sugar monster than complete abstinence. What if you got to the root of the problems:

Is it possible to live sugar free? Yes, I have done it for months at at time. So, I know it can be sustainable but if I am intentional. It’s like becoming a Vegan or Vegetarian at first it takes an adjustment but then it becomes a lifestyle.

There have been health campaigns, research and evidence to educate people on the damage and effects of sugar yet, Sugar is still about a THIRD of people daily caloric intake. Usually, the other TWO THIRDS of their diet is processed, artificial food-like products. So many obesity-related diseases are connected to sugar. Recently, there has been multiple studies that have concluded and connected sugar to cause rapid progression in cancer patients.

Sugar is becoming an Epidemic

Most people don’t realize the added sugar in products that you wouldn’t even be considered. Ingesting sugar also affects the part of our brain that controls impulse. Like the impulse to eat the entire container of ice cream instead of a healthy serving.

It’s somewhat of a vicious circle. You ingest more sugar because you crave what you eat. I have found many women once they start to change their pallet they begin to change their cravings. There are many other reasons that you may crave sugar that can either be a warning to see your doctor or a warning to make better food choices. Your sugar cravings may be telling you to go to bed earlier or take better care of yourself. There are so many reasons that your sweet tooth can become a sugar demon.

Sugar Addiction is a real thing

People have been found to fall into several categories when it comes to Sugar Addiction. We all have different triggers and causes, meaning it’s not just an evident cut terrible habit. It all depends on our diets, health, activity, and even hormonal changes. I am going to start with my affliction.

1. Dehydration effects sugar consumption

Dehydration is often related to sugar addiction. For me, I am usually dehydrated. I am rarely thirsty but often dehydrated. Why? I associate the feeling of thirst with hunger. Often when I am thirsty, I think I am hungry. I search for snacks that never satiate, and I remain thirsty never quenching my craving.

When you are dehydrated your liver releases glycogen and other energy stores. This release results in a craving for sweets. You desire sweet foods because to produce glycogen you need water and glucose. Glucose is your sugar storage your body uses for energy. When you are dehydrated it difficult for your body to produce that sugar like energy store, therefore, it craves sugar.

Dehydration can also hinder the production of serotonin in the brain. When you are low on serotonin it also can affect whether you feel full or not. When your serotonin levels are low it will send signals your hungry even if you are not and what’s the first thing you want to grab? Yes! Something with lots of carbs and please add sugar. It’s probably one of the main reasons I struggle with sugar because I don’t drink enough. I have written about the importance of hydration I guess I should follow my own advice. Drink up and lots of it. You may even want to try Electrolyte water that may help with hydration.

2. Is your Adrenaline on Overload?

If you were suffering are you aware or are you confusing it with other symptoms? Most people don’t realize that they are enduring Adrenaline overload for a few reasons. It can resemble a rapid breath, jumbled thoughts, dry mouth, sweaty palms, thought confusion, sore throat, Hangry or annoyed when you’re hungry, often feeling stressed or dizzy when you are standing. Also, maybe urinating frequently without reason. Hello, Adrenaline overload and another reason your sugar cravings are out of control.

Have you heard of your adrenal glands?

Think of it as the gland that secretes hormones when your body is under stress. Specifically, Adrenaline and Cortisol. I think of these two hormones as the “flight or fight” signals. When our body is stressed or feels its in danger. It prepares itself for two options: Fight at which your Cortisol is preparing you by getting your prepared to fight. Or flight at which your body is preparing itself to be as fast as possible. Both hormones are put into action depending on the situation and how your body feels it needs to react.

Adrenal overload is when the adrenal glands either become slow so to boost our energy it’s natural for our body to crave a high energy source-yes, sugar! How do you prevent this-never stress out! Haha just kidding but honestly taking time to rest, eat properly, exercise and relax are all vital to your physical and mental health. Prioritizing time for these things made need to be considered if you are feeling the effects of adrenaline overload.

If you think you are I would also double check with a doctor.

3. Is your Thyroid gland working correctly?

One thing I have realized in the last three years is the importance of hormones. I think with more education that many people are learning the value of hormones and their effect on your body. Within the last four years, I have had four of my friends diagnosed and undergo treatment for Thyroid cancer.

According to ACSO POST, “Thyroid Cancer diagnoses are increasing at a rate faster than any other malignancy in the United States. In 2017, there will be 56,870 new cases, accounting for 3.4% of all cancers, and 2,010 people will die of thyroid cancer. This represents a more than 200% increase in incidence since the 1970s.”

The New Rise in Thyroid Cancer

Researchers attribute the rise to overdiagnosis and others have said that Thyroid cancer diagnosis is increasing by 3.74% annually. Currently, studies are being conducted to see if the growth is due to better indicators or environmental exposures and diets. The increase is something to be aware of and how it is associated with sugar dependency.

If you feel like your thyroid could be an issue I want to encourage to speak with your doctor. There is ongoing research on thyroid cancer and diseases. It has a high mortality rate, and doctors are positive with early detection and treatment you can combat this thyroid gland disease. It’s something to consider when your sugar desires aren’t being satisfied despite you giving in to cravings. It may be something more severe than you want sweets because you have had a stressful day.

4. That time of the month?

Can you use your menstrual cycle as an excuse to why you crave sweets? Yes, you can, but it doesn’t mean you have to give in. But Monthly cycle, menopause, and PMS can all be the cause of your desire for an ooey gooey brownie.

During your menstrual cycle, your insulin levels are decreased. If you have low estrogen and progesterone your insulin levels deplete. Low insulin levels are called insulin resistance. Your sugar craving may be the result of your body wanting to supplement the low levels. Usually, you are low on energy, spirits and more likely to give into cravings.

Eating the right foods instead of sugary treats will not only help improve your energy, spirits, and cravings. There are many options other than a snicker. Try turning to raw nuts, seeds, yogurt, fresh fruit, raisins, avocados. Have you had a good meal? Maybe try lean meats, asparagus, cheese, mushrooms or parsley. Adding these foods in your diet during your cycle can help curb the sugar cravings.

5. Why does stressed spell dessert backward?

It seems like when we are stressed that is when we reach for the sweets. I know that I can find comfort in a cupcake. There has been researched that revealed women who are stressed are more likely to crave sweets. In the study, it found that the cortisol hormone which is what attributes to regulating our stress prefers sweet foods. Say what?

We can’t always avoid stress, but we can work intentionally on our reaction to stress. There are many ways to manage stress without divulging to sugar. Stress management is also not one size fits all so I would recommend exploring the things that bring you peace. Prayer and devotion help calm me when stressed or anxious. I also believe in getting regular massages and taking time to be with friends and family. I find when we put everything ahead of ourselves we don’t function at our best — never giving anything else our best because we don’t have anything to offer.

6. You’re tired and need sleep

Sleep is how our body recovers and is essential to restoring our body. Lack of sleep affects several different hormones that make you want sugar even more than when you are well rested. Sleep deprivation will weaken your glucose metabolism and increase your insulin. This causes your blood sugar levels to lower and increases your craving for sugar.

On top of the fact that you are sleep deprived which also triggers two other hormones your ghrelin and leptin hormone. These two hormones tell you-you are hungry and monitors your fullness. When they are off track not only do you crave sugar the cravings can become insatiable.

It’s an easy fix for sleep deprivation. Get more sleep! If you are having issues, I will seek a professional for help. Changing bedtime habits, creating a routine and working your way up to 7-9 hours sleep is what is needed. Not every situation is the same but lack of sleep affects many people similarly, and craving sugar is a result.

7. Are you getting enough Micronutrients?

On Social Media, there is much focus on macronutrients which is protein, fats, and carbs. It is essential to get your micronutrients as well, as your significant nutrients. Food was meant to be fuel but when you are not getting what you need our body will respond adversely.

In my I share what minerals and vitamins you may be lacking when you tend to crave sugar. When sugar cravings arise, it’s usually these top 3 minerals that you need to get more magnesium, chromium, and zinc.

God made many foods that can help give us these nutrients without a multi-vitamin but if you are not getting these from your diet. Your sugar cravings may be your body requesting these minerals instead of that donut. Check out the to get a copy of ways to

If you are trying to avoid sugar and manage cravings, I would add more vegetables and fruit to your diet. If you are looking to detox from sugar, I would like for you to give my a try for 21 days.

It’s not your typical detox where you use supplements, but you use prayer and whole foods to change your palate, desires, and heart inside and out. It’s a struggle trying something on your own. So I am there daily encouraging you with Scripture, Devotion, Prayer, Meditation, and daily 20 minute workouts through the FaithFueled Life App. I also equip you with a 7 Day Prep, E-book and Video Content and a 42 Recipe Cookbook with Low to No Natural Sugar Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Snack or Dessert!

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A Quick Solution to Lose Weight

It’s a simple enough question, but with all the fads, trends, and theories it begins to get complicated. If you’re not like me and decided to go and pursue a degree in Fitness and Exercise Science the science aspect of it doesn’t matter to you. You’re looking for an answer to your question, “How do I lose weight?” and you’re are looking for fast, noticeable results, right? Then you should stop reading here because unfortunately unless you’re trying to lose 5 lbs, then you may need to have a little more patience. I find when you break down the science it comes to three things:

Mentally be ready to change.
Eat Right
Exercise Often and Consistently

The Real Solution to Lose Weight

I also know that it takes longer than 21 days to create a lifestyle change, so I do suggest considering an approach where you’re ready to go through this till the end. Prayerfully, by the “end” of your journey, they will say that she lived a long active, healthy lifestyle. If you’re looking to go hard for just a few months why waste the effort and energy. Even when you reach your goal why would you go back to your old habits and lifestyle? Instead of looking for quick, fast results what if you wanted to do something that you never thought you could do but secretly wanted to do. Like Ballroom dancing. What if you discover that when you take Ballroom classes, you have more energy, less brain fog, better temperament, you have a sense of accomplishment and a new passion for something you thought you never could do.

That’s how you do it! You don’t put your energy and efforts into something that you don’t like to do. Fitness does not only mean treadmills, weights, and sweaty gyms. Fitness can come in the form of so many things, things that you may love. There is also a quote that I saw recently that sticks out in my head anytime I contemplate trying something’s different:

Be better than yesterday’s you

Start from where you are and just build on that day to day. You may not be able to do it today, but if you keep at it with no time limit, I guarantee you will. We have got to stop living in this microwave everything needs to happen fast and at this moment. It’s not worth it then. A homecooked takes the time to prepare, but it tastes better, is better for you, and that’s the same with gradual weight loss. If you are going to put a time limit on it, I will give it one-quarter, three months, 12 weeks, or 90 days. However, you want to look at it. If you are not feeling and seeing results after four months, quit. There are some stipulations on quitting to stop you have to had:

given in 100% commitment
Stuck with the plan with grace-meaning you did mess up and skip out but you made better decisions more than you didn’t
Ate right.
What if, in four months you do see results? When you look back, it’s going to have been a journey.

Weight Loss is in Phases

The First three weeks you started your journey this is the Puppy Love phase: you were EXCITED! Excited to eat differently and do physical activity and beginning to see some results from your effort.

Then you progress to the Dating Love Phase: It’s still new and exciting but not as much as that initial can’t wait to be with you feeling. You’ve been doing this consistent routine for about 4-6 weeks, and although yes, you did see results, it’s been 4-6 weeks when I’m going to start seeing some real muscle definition.

You’ve progressed to the “I love you, BUT you can get on my nerves” phase: it’s been 6-8 weeks you may have started to see a plateau in change. It’s been quite a commitment at this point, and you’re not just dating anymore. It’s gotten real and may not be as appealing as it once was. This is usually when the gyms start seeing a decline and people start losing focus and start gaining grace. You’re either committed to this relationship at this point, or you are looking to find another soul mate.

The next phase is “You mean a lot more to me than others” This stage you love for it is greater than the flaws, but you’re slacking. You’ve gotten comfortable, and you may let a slice of pizza pass your lips once or twice, or you may just skip your workout today, but you will be back on schedule tomorrow. You may be frustrated; you may be comfortable. Don’t get comfortable you’ve committed yourself to 8-10 weeks at this point, and you may need to try something new or switch up your workout schedule. Try a few new recipes or a new veggie each week. This is where you’re defined Why needs to be your mantra and prayer your guide. This is the day that you need to stay focused the most keep making steps towards a better you and leaning on Christ for your strength. Making it through the end of this will lead you to some of the rewards you imagined when contemplating taking this journey.

If you pushed passed the mundane, overcome the doubt you will bring yourself to the Engagement Phase. Yep, remember when you first go engaged it was different from the Puppy Love phase as you have known this man for a while now (not 10-12 weeks) but you have a passion again because you definitely see results. You have adopted better nutrition, more activity which has improved your energy and sleep. All those things that you had envisioned when you started this journey are coming to pass. You’re starting to see that you will be able to reach your goal if you maintain this new healthy lifestyle.

The Honey Moon Phase, this is the fun part of the journey because thus far it has been prayers, sweat, and tears but you have arrived at the 12-13 week mark, and you have never felt better. You’re more willing to try new things both with nutrition and physical activity. Other people have noticed too, and that is a boost to your self-esteem also. You’re more confident, and you’re operating at a better capacity than you ever had before.

That just leaves the Marriage phase which is the rest of your life. The short easy answer of being mentally ready for change, eat right and exercise often and consistently has been proven and hopefully sunk in and you continue to not only live a healthier life but show others how to do the same.

What steps do you take to live a healthier lifestyle?

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Make Your New Year’s Resolution Stick

Post author By De
Post date December 29, 2019
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It’s that time of year we are all thinking of our New Year’s Resolutions or goals for the upcoming year! We are resolving “all the things” that we want to improve on. It’s a new year, a new opportunity to be the best you.

Unfortunately, according to StatisticBrain in 2015, about 8% of people who made a New Year’s Resolution succeeded. I used to be against New Year’s Resolution until I thought about it another way.

New Year’s Resolutions are not that bad

Ordinarily, people wish, want, and hope to be the best versions of themselves. New Year’s is the one time a year that we are united in our thinking that we need to make a change for the better in our lives. The idea of a New Year is an excellent opportunity to reflect on the one, two, or maybe three things you want to improve in your life.

Take action towards your New Year’s Resolutions

Some people take it further than New Year’s Eve resolve and attempt to make a change for about two to three weeks. Until the need or want to change no longer becomes a priority. Familiar and comfortable habits creep back into your life. And the passion fades. Then we are back to business as usual.

Make your New Year’s Resolution a solution

Why? How? Why did that passion go away so quickly? How do you keep that motivation going? There are lots of tips. I am sure within the next week everyone will have an opinion. I know I can only speak from my experience what proved to work and make a resolution a solution and now a lifestyle that I plan on maintaining forever.

Seven ways to Make Your New Year’s Resolution a Lifestyle

7. Do the research.

Find out what you need to get to where you’re going. If you plan on publishing a book, what steps do you need to take? If you planning on losing weight, how much? How? Why?

Desire without knowledge is not good, and whoever makes haste with his feet misses his way. Proverbs 19:2

6. Prepare Yourself.

Don’t just wake up January 1st, throw away everything in your house and go to the gym running on the elliptical like a cheetah (for about 3 minutes), lifting up a 5 lbs dumbbell two or three times and wiping the sweat from your brow talking about, Phew! I did it! Get a plan, a good plan a plan that is made just for you, your likes, and goals and then get ready to execute that plan. Buy the food on the menu, prep the meals, schedule time in your week to do the workouts!

Benjamin Franklin said, “By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail.”

5. Find a buddy or group.

Don’t just find any buddy; find someone who is going to call you out lovingly if you’re not doing what you should and someone to be your loudest biggest cheerleader just when you need that extra push. Accountability buddies can be invaluable with the ups and downs of a weight loss or goal-seeking journey. You can join us at Bible and Bootcamps for 6-week basic training for healthy lifestyle habits. It includes daily prayer, meditation, encouragement and accountability, 6 weeks of exercise, healthy eating guidelines and meal ideas. We have an amazing group of women growing and supporting each other through our faith then the fitness journey.

Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11

4.Execute with Energy.

If you’re going to do something, do it well. Do it to the best of your abilities! Just think you’re only going to be uncomfortable for a maximum of 1 hour out of your day. That is going to add years to your life. The cost is less than the benefit, and you’re so worth it.

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23-24

3. Track your progress.

According to findings of the American Psychological Association, “Frequently monitoring progress toward goals increases the chance of success. There are various ways that you can track your results. You can use a fitness tracker, pictures, food logs, and measurement logs are examples of easy ways to track your progress. I don’t like the numbers games of scales and measurements and although I do track my measurements I prefer pictures. Everyone is different, but you’ll find what works best for you.

2. Craft the best, Why!

Other than prayer. An excellent “Why?” will get you up and out of bed on a cold rainy day and into the gym. A magnificent “Why?” will give you the self-discipline to say “No, thank you” to that one indulgence. It’s going to get you over the hurdle and sustain you through the plateaus. You MUST, no exception have a “why?” to make your resolution stick!

1.Pray and Give it to God.

When we do things with Christ it makes it so much easier, attainable and within our reach, because He can place all our wants in the palm of our hands. Giving your goals to Christ to lead your steps and follow your directions. While you’re doing the research, while you’re preparing yourself, when you have to decide to use that plan b and to execute and get the plan done will help you achieve your goals and the ones that He has for you too. This may be the missing piece that hindered you from achieving that resolution but not this year. You’re doing things a little different.

“On days we’re not motivated to exercise, perhaps we need to go to Jesus. We can lay our very real struggle into His very capable hands and watch Him work in us for His glory.”-Matthew Pryor

When you are consistently filling yourself with the Bread of life instead of being content with the “food that spoils” you will never go hungry both physically and spiritually. “Do not reserve the Bread of Life just for Sundays. Make it a daily mindset” to achieve your goals with His strength.

How do you plan to stick to your resolutions? Have you ever considered intentionally praying for direction and help to achieve your desires?