Fwd: Slipping off that saddle?

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> >  Slipping off that saddle?

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> > You know how it goes: You decided to get healthy, put on muscle and

> > lose a few pounds of fat... and it was really exciting at the

> > beginning, as you munched on chicken breasts and pictured the fit,

> > healthy body that the new regimen would bring. And now, the rest of

> > the story: You stuck to that program for, oh, three weeks... at which

> > point the excitement started to wane, you realized it was going to

> > take some time to develop that body, and you started poking around

> > the Doritos aisle again. Before you knew it, you had returned to your

> > old ways. You're not alone! Implement the following steps and begin

> > losing like a champ:

> >

> > 1. Rethink Your Weight Goal - Losing 20 pounds in a month just isn't

> > realistic. If you want to maintain fat-loss long term, you need to

> > set realistic goals. That way, you won't set yorself up for failure.

> > More than 2 pounds a week is water weight--and muscle mass--in

> > addition to fat.

> >

> > 2. Make Sure You Really Are Eating Right - If you're hungry all the

> > time, your chance of long-term success is virtually nil.

> > You should never start a food program that you don't want to maintain

> > for the rest of your life. People who skimp at breakfast are the ones

> > who end up craving chips & cookies at the end of the day. If you find

> > you're getting physically hungry a lot, it's time to raise the volume

> > of food you're eating with filling but low-calorie foods such as

> > veggies, fruit, soups & salads.

> >

> > 3. Make Things Easier on Yourself - If you plan ahead, you can make

> > healthful eating just as quick and easy as the drive-thru.

> > Start in the supermarket. Make sure you have fruit, veggies, fat-free

> > milk, wheat pasta and tomato sauce. Slice the produce when you get

> > home to make it easier to grab. Keep nutrition bars in the car.

> > Freeze left-overs.

> >

> > 4. Don't Be a Perfectionist - When the inevitable Krispy Creme attack

> > hits, don't sucker yourself into thinking you've already lost the

> > battle and snack all day on fatty things. One of the key things to

> > watch out for is holding perfectionist standards - you're either

> > perfect or you've failed. It simply isn't true. It's normal to slip

> > up a little - a balanced plan can include a few treats.

> >

> > 5. Get Support - If you're having trouble doing things by yourself,

> > get someone else involved. Set up an appointment with a personal

> > trainer, a nutritionist, on-line support group, a hotline to someone

> > you know who is willing to be there when you need it.

> >

> > 6. Reward Yourself - When you turn to junk food, your body is telling

> > you it's unhappy. But you can reward yourself with healthier foods.

> > Grill a lean steak and some vegetables with olive-oil. Go to

> > restaurant that serves broiled halibut and steamed veggies. Buy a new

> > CD or running shoes. Make low-fat cookies and give them (except a few

> > for you) to a neighbor, relative or co-worker. Rewards are what makes

> > weight loss fun!

> >

> > 7. Get Back on That Horse - Once you realize your plan is slipping,

> > it's time to take action again. First, try to figure out what went

> > wrong. Having a lapse is normal--rather than say " I've blown it, "

> > look at what happened: What led you to eating junk food again? Then

> > use that knowledge to get you back on track.

> > It's important that you don't wait to get started again. The more

> > time passes, the more likely it is that the idea of picking up where

> > you left off will seem exhausting or impossible. So start right now

> > with something simple and easy--decide that you'll have one really

> > healthy meal each day. You can build to eating well at every meal.

> >

> > You're working toward a healthful eating plan and a firmer, fitter

> > body that will last the rest of your life. You don't have to do it

> > perfectly--just indefinately! "

> >

> > - Ben Kallen

> >

> >

> >

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> Subject: Slipping off that saddle?

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> >  Slipping off that saddle?

> >

> > You know how it goes: You decided to get healthy, put on muscle and

> > lose a few pounds of fat... and it was really exciting at the

> > beginning, as you munched on chicken breasts and pictured the fit,

> > healthy body that the new regimen would bring. And now, the rest of

> > the story: You stuck to that program for, oh, three weeks... at which

> > point the excitement started to wane, you realized it was going to

> > take some time to develop that body, and you started poking around

> > the Doritos aisle again. Before you knew it, you had returned to your

> > old ways. You're not alone! Implement the following steps and begin

> > losing like a champ:

> >

> > 1. Rethink Your Weight Goal - Losing 20 pounds in a month just isn't

> > realistic. If you want to maintain fat-loss long term, you need to

> > set realistic goals. That way, you won't set yorself up for failure.

> > More than 2 pounds a week is water weight--and muscle mass--in

> > addition to fat.

> >

> > 2. Make Sure You Really Are Eating Right - If you're hungry all the

> > time, your chance of long-term success is virtually nil.

> > You should never start a food program that you don't want to maintain

> > for the rest of your life. People who skimp at breakfast are the ones

> > who end up craving chips & cookies at the end of the day. If you find

> > you're getting physically hungry a lot, it's time to raise the volume

> > of food you're eating with filling but low-calorie foods such as

> > veggies, fruit, soups & salads.

> >

> > 3. Make Things Easier on Yourself - If you plan ahead, you can make

> > healthful eating just as quick and easy as the drive-thru.

> > Start in the supermarket. Make sure you have fruit, veggies, fat-free

> > milk, wheat pasta and tomato sauce. Slice the produce when you get

> > home to make it easier to grab. Keep nutrition bars in the car.

> > Freeze left-overs.

> >

> > 4. Don't Be a Perfectionist - When the inevitable Krispy Creme attack

> > hits, don't sucker yourself into thinking you've already lost the

> > battle and snack all day on fatty things. One of the key things to

> > watch out for is holding perfectionist standards - you're either

> > perfect or you've failed. It simply isn't true. It's normal to slip

> > up a little - a balanced plan can include a few treats.

> >

> > 5. Get Support - If you're having trouble doing things by yourself,

> > get someone else involved. Set up an appointment with a personal

> > trainer, a nutritionist, on-line support group, a hotline to someone

> > you know who is willing to be there when you need it.

> >

> > 6. Reward Yourself - When you turn to junk food, your body is telling

> > you it's unhappy. But you can reward yourself with healthier foods.

> > Grill a lean steak and some vegetables with olive-oil. Go to

> > restaurant that serves broiled halibut and steamed veggies. Buy a new

> > CD or running shoes. Make low-fat cookies and give them (except a few

> > for you) to a neighbor, relative or co-worker. Rewards are what makes

> > weight loss fun!

> >

> > 7. Get Back on That Horse - Once you realize your plan is slipping,

> > it's time to take action again. First, try to figure out what went

> > wrong. Having a lapse is normal--rather than say " I've blown it, "

> > look at what happened: What led you to eating junk food again? Then

> > use that knowledge to get you back on track.

> > It's important that you don't wait to get started again. The more

> > time passes, the more likely it is that the idea of picking up where

> > you left off will seem exhausting or impossible. So start right now

> > with something simple and easy--decide that you'll have one really

> > healthy meal each day. You can build to eating well at every meal.

> >

> > You're working toward a healthful eating plan and a firmer, fitter

> > body that will last the rest of your life. You don't have to do it

> > perfectly--just indefinately! "

> >

> > - Ben Kallen

> >

> >

> >

>

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> >  Slipping off that saddle?

> >

> > You know how it goes: You decided to get healthy, put on muscle and

> > lose a few pounds of fat... and it was really exciting at the

> > beginning, as you munched on chicken breasts and pictured the fit,

> > healthy body that the new regimen would bring. And now, the rest of

> > the story: You stuck to that program for, oh, three weeks... at which

> > point the excitement started to wane, you realized it was going to

> > take some time to develop that body, and you started poking around

> > the Doritos aisle again. Before you knew it, you had returned to your

> > old ways. You're not alone! Implement the following steps and begin

> > losing like a champ:

> >

> > 1. Rethink Your Weight Goal - Losing 20 pounds in a month just isn't

> > realistic. If you want to maintain fat-loss long term, you need to

> > set realistic goals. That way, you won't set yorself up for failure.

> > More than 2 pounds a week is water weight--and muscle mass--in

> > addition to fat.

> >

> > 2. Make Sure You Really Are Eating Right - If you're hungry all the

> > time, your chance of long-term success is virtually nil.

> > You should never start a food program that you don't want to maintain

> > for the rest of your life. People who skimp at breakfast are the ones

> > who end up craving chips & cookies at the end of the day. If you find

> > you're getting physically hungry a lot, it's time to raise the volume

> > of food you're eating with filling but low-calorie foods such as

> > veggies, fruit, soups & salads.

> >

> > 3. Make Things Easier on Yourself - If you plan ahead, you can make

> > healthful eating just as quick and easy as the drive-thru.

> > Start in the supermarket. Make sure you have fruit, veggies, fat-free

> > milk, wheat pasta and tomato sauce. Slice the produce when you get

> > home to make it easier to grab. Keep nutrition bars in the car.

> > Freeze left-overs.

> >

> > 4. Don't Be a Perfectionist - When the inevitable Krispy Creme attack

> > hits, don't sucker yourself into thinking you've already lost the

> > battle and snack all day on fatty things. One of the key things to

> > watch out for is holding perfectionist standards - you're either

> > perfect or you've failed. It simply isn't true. It's normal to slip

> > up a little - a balanced plan can include a few treats.

> >

> > 5. Get Support - If you're having trouble doing things by yourself,

> > get someone else involved. Set up an appointment with a personal

> > trainer, a nutritionist, on-line support group, a hotline to someone

> > you know who is willing to be there when you need it.

> >

> > 6. Reward Yourself - When you turn to junk food, your body is telling

> > you it's unhappy. But you can reward yourself with healthier foods.

> > Grill a lean steak and some vegetables with olive-oil. Go to

> > restaurant that serves broiled halibut and steamed veggies. Buy a new

> > CD or running shoes. Make low-fat cookies and give them (except a few

> > for you) to a neighbor, relative or co-worker. Rewards are what makes

> > weight loss fun!

> >

> > 7. Get Back on That Horse - Once you realize your plan is slipping,

> > it's time to take action again. First, try to figure out what went

> > wrong. Having a lapse is normal--rather than say " I've blown it, "

> > look at what happened: What led you to eating junk food again? Then

> > use that knowledge to get you back on track.

> > It's important that you don't wait to get started again. The more

> > time passes, the more likely it is that the idea of picking up where

> > you left off will seem exhausting or impossible. So start right now

> > with something simple and easy--decide that you'll have one really

> > healthy meal each day. You can build to eating well at every meal.

> >

> > You're working toward a healthful eating plan and a firmer, fitter

> > body that will last the rest of your life. You don't have to do it

> > perfectly--just indefinately! "

> >

> > - Ben Kallen

> >

> >

> >

>

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> >

> >

> >

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>

> >  Slipping off that saddle?

> >

> > You know how it goes: You decided to get healthy, put on muscle and

> > lose a few pounds of fat... and it was really exciting at the

> > beginning, as you munched on chicken breasts and pictured the fit,

> > healthy body that the new regimen would bring. And now, the rest of

> > the story: You stuck to that program for, oh, three weeks... at which

> > point the excitement started to wane, you realized it was going to

> > take some time to develop that body, and you started poking around

> > the Doritos aisle again. Before you knew it, you had returned to your

> > old ways. You're not alone! Implement the following steps and begin

> > losing like a champ:

> >

> > 1. Rethink Your Weight Goal - Losing 20 pounds in a month just isn't

> > realistic. If you want to maintain fat-loss long term, you need to

> > set realistic goals. That way, you won't set yorself up for failure.

> > More than 2 pounds a week is water weight--and muscle mass--in

> > addition to fat.

> >

> > 2. Make Sure You Really Are Eating Right - If you're hungry all the

> > time, your chance of long-term success is virtually nil.

> > You should never start a food program that you don't want to maintain

> > for the rest of your life. People who skimp at breakfast are the ones

> > who end up craving chips & cookies at the end of the day. If you find

> > you're getting physically hungry a lot, it's time to raise the volume

> > of food you're eating with filling but low-calorie foods such as

> > veggies, fruit, soups & salads.

> >

> > 3. Make Things Easier on Yourself - If you plan ahead, you can make

> > healthful eating just as quick and easy as the drive-thru.

> > Start in the supermarket. Make sure you have fruit, veggies, fat-free

> > milk, wheat pasta and tomato sauce. Slice the produce when you get

> > home to make it easier to grab. Keep nutrition bars in the car.

> > Freeze left-overs.

> >

> > 4. Don't Be a Perfectionist - When the inevitable Krispy Creme attack

> > hits, don't sucker yourself into thinking you've already lost the

> > battle and snack all day on fatty things. One of the key things to

> > watch out for is holding perfectionist standards - you're either

> > perfect or you've failed. It simply isn't true. It's normal to slip

> > up a little - a balanced plan can include a few treats.

> >

> > 5. Get Support - If you're having trouble doing things by yourself,

> > get someone else involved. Set up an appointment with a personal

> > trainer, a nutritionist, on-line support group, a hotline to someone

> > you know who is willing to be there when you need it.

> >

> > 6. Reward Yourself - When you turn to junk food, your body is telling

> > you it's unhappy. But you can reward yourself with healthier foods.

> > Grill a lean steak and some vegetables with olive-oil. Go to

> > restaurant that serves broiled halibut and steamed veggies. Buy a new

> > CD or running shoes. Make low-fat cookies and give them (except a few

> > for you) to a neighbor, relative or co-worker. Rewards are what makes

> > weight loss fun!

> >

> > 7. Get Back on That Horse - Once you realize your plan is slipping,

> > it's time to take action again. First, try to figure out what went

> > wrong. Having a lapse is normal--rather than say " I've blown it, "

> > look at what happened: What led you to eating junk food again? Then

> > use that knowledge to get you back on track.

> > It's important that you don't wait to get started again. The more

> > time passes, the more likely it is that the idea of picking up where

> > you left off will seem exhausting or impossible. So start right now

> > with something simple and easy--decide that you'll have one really

> > healthy meal each day. You can build to eating well at every meal.

> >

> > You're working toward a healthful eating plan and a firmer, fitter

> > body that will last the rest of your life. You don't have to do it

> > perfectly--just indefinately! "

> >

> > - Ben Kallen

> >

> >

> >

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