ArticlesBase.com - Free Articles Directory
Free Online Articles Directory
27.07.2008 Sign In Register Hello Guest
Email:
Password:
Remember Me 
forgot your password?


Are You Truly Ready To Lose Weight?

Author: Kathryn Oneill Author Ranking Bronze | Posted: 27-03-2006 | Comments: 0 | Views: 257 | Rating:  (52) Article Popularity - Blue (?) Got a Question? Ask.

I know, I know. What a crazy question!

Considering that we've all tried so many diets until we can give calorie counts in our sleep - where do I get off asking a question like that?

But bear with me please. This may actually get you closer to your weight loss goals than you think!

We've heard it a million times but it's true:

Losing weight permanently is not just a quick fix.

It's not taking a magic pill and waking up the next morning with a body fat count of 10%. It's not reading the latest diet-book-of-the-week and ‘poof!' you're a size 6. It's not getting into ‘the zone' for half a day and all your weight troubles disappear.

But you know that right? We all know that!

But if we know that why do we jump from diet to diet to diet? From weight loss plan to weight loss plan?

Why do we keep trying the latest way to lose weight? Why do we get discouraged so easily? Why do we give up and think it's just not possible?

Here's the truth: Losing weight is a life change, plain and simple.

Funny how we cut ourselves some slack with other life changes like moving or getting married or having a baby, but not with losing weight! Why not?

Are all those infomercials promising fast, easy weight loss getting to us? Are the constant images of thin models and size 0 actresses making us think it's easy? That's not the truth people - that's called marketing!

The key to success with weight loss is simple: you first have to ask yourself if you're really ready for that kind of life change.

Are you ready to change your eating and exercise habits for good? Are you willing to move permanently towards a healthier way of life?

You also have to realize that letting go of extra weight requires letting go of other things as well. Like the way you might do things, or the way you think about food and eating. It requires you to be open to change, to be ready to see what works and what doesn't.

So before you choose a method of losing weight, you should decide if you're truly READY to lose weight or not.

Key point: It's ok, if you're not!

For one reason or another you might not be ready yet for a change in your lifestyle - that's ok. Accept yourself and wait until you are truly ready.

BUT if you are ready, if you are determined to lose weight WHATEVER it takes, if you're open to the kind of life changes losing weight will require—then look out baby. Here you come!

Because when you decide that - yes - you're truly ready to lose weight, nothing will stop you!

Rate this Article: Current: 0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s).

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/fitness-articles/are-you-truly-ready-to-lose-weight-19966.html

Print this Article Print article   Email to a Friend Send to friend   Publish this Article on your Website Publish this Article   Send Author Feedback Author feedback  
About the Author:
Kathryn O'Neill is a contributing writer to Diet and Weight Loss Reviews . For more free weight loss tips and diet reviews, visit http://www.freetobethin.com.
Submitting articles has become one of the most popular means of generating quality backlinks and targeted traffic to your website. Join us today - It's Free!

Article Comments

Comment on this article Comment on this article
Your Name
Your Email:
Comment Body
Enter Validation Code: Captcha


Related Articles

Change How You Think About Losing Weight Today
By: Denise Walston | 05/11/2006 | Non-Fiction
Tips on how to lose weight and keeping it off.

To Lose Weight You Don't Need To Count Calories
By: Rose Mann | 24/06/2006 | Fitness
Studies show that when individuals eats the right foods, their brain is manipulated into believing that they are full much faster, thus, helping individuals to eat less, feel satisfied and lose weight.

How To Stay Slim During The Holiday Season
By: Melanie Mendelson | 23/11/2005 | Fitness
Most people gain weight during the holiday season due to the holiday feasts. Here's how to avoid gaining those extra pounds.

Diet Tips - Five Easy Ways to Lose Weight Fast!
By: Stephen Todd | 13/01/2006 | Fitness
Many people hate the idea of rigid diets - the good news is that if follow the five proven weight loss tips below, you will lose weight easily.

The Hoodia Gordonii Weight-loss Wonder's History
By: Claude Anthony | 07/01/2008 | Weight Loss
Is hoodia gordonii really a recent discovery? It is, yet it isn’t. Actually, Hoodia Gordonii is a new discovery to our modern world—however, ancient tribes in the Kalahari Desert of South Africa…

Balanced Diets for Natural Weight Control
By: Stephen Todd | 13/01/2006 | Fitness
The advantage of balanced diets is that they allow you to maintain weight control naturally rather than having to resort to fad or crash diets.

Follow a Healthy Diet Plan
By: Malcolm Blake | 15/09/2006 | Fitness
This article exposes the risks involved with fad diets. Then it covers some useful advice about healthy diet plans.

How To Look And Feel Better With A Good Health And Fitness Program
By: Ryan Cote | 01/04/2007 | Health
Spring has sprung and it's an ideal time of year to spring into action about your health and fitness. During the winter, we often put on a few pounds eating comfort food and avoiding the cold. As the warm weather arrives and we shed our heavy winter coats, everyone wants...

Got a Question? Ask.

Ask the community a question about this article:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is accident insurance and how is it different ...
By: thedish1211 | 23-07-2008
What is accident insurance and how is it different than other insurance?

How do I get calcium and vitamin in my diet ...
By: Karen | 23-07-2008
how do I get calcium and vitamin in my diet?  Besides taking calcium supplements, is yogurt a good source?  Thanks!

What does it mean when your head hurts when you ...
By: Mary | 23-07-2008
What does it mean when your head hurts when you bend over? 

Shin Splints =[[
By: KWtennis4 | 23-07-2008
Hi! I am a very atletic person. Not only am i good at sports, but i lluv them. however, i have very bad shin splints that make it hard to play sports. what are shin splints an how can i prevent/cure them? thx!

Wieght loss tips PLZ!
By: taekwondogirlx72 | 23-07-2008
I only have one month to lose at least 10 pounds...... what do i do!!! i need to look good for the newe school year!!!!

Birth Control Effect Weight Loss?
By: mealybug1010 | 23-07-2008
I have tried to lose weight all summer and the scale only budges a pound or two. I am on LoEstrin 24 birth control and that is the only reason I can think of as to why I have not been losing. Anyone else have this problem with bc? I would rather not go off of it, but if it meas not losing the weight I will.

Q&A Powered by:
Powered by Yedda 

Latest Fitness Articles

Different Type of Exercises
By: prabakar | 26/07/2008
People who suffer from sciatica will often feel pain in their leg which can travel from the back of their thigh up to the thigh and in some cases up to the hip or down towards the foot. Exercise is actually extremely important to our spine especially in order to keep the discs within the spine healthy. However the actual sciatica exercises a person will use to treat the problem will depend on what the actual cause of the pain is.

Asthma and the Stomach
By: Alien | 26/07/2008
More and more clearly there seems to be some relationship between bronchial asthma and stomach function. Asthmatics often suffer from digestive problems, frequently complaining about excess stomach acid.

Asthma and Related Illnesses
By: Alien | 26/07/2008
Althought asthma is a disease of the lungs, it may be influenced by illnesses that affect other parts of the body. In many asthma patients, treating these related illnesses even may improve their bronchial asthma condition.

Lower Body Exercise Secrets of the Stars
By: Lyla Feldman | 25/07/2008
There are many celebrities who are famous for their body parts and even get them insured for pricey amounts of money. For example, when you think of Jennifer Lopez or Kim Kardashian what comes to mind? Besides the fact that they are extremely talented and wealthy what do they have in common? Everyone wishes they had their behinds. The million dollar question is how do you get a nice, round attractive bottom without resorting to implants or butt pads?

Strength Training Exercise
By: prabakar | 25/07/2008
Take your time when toning your body. You can maximize the benefit of a biceps strength training exercise, a back strength training exercise, a chest strength training exercise, and so on, by doing them in small blocks of time every day. Don't be discouraged from your fitness walking regimen.

Best Workouts for Your Health
By: prabakar | 25/07/2008
Workouts For You custom designs each program based on individual needs, lifestyle and goals to ensure that each client is working out using exercises that are most efficient for them. Plus, if you ever have any questions about any part of your WFY training program, you can e-mail your trainer and you'll receive a quick response. Many workplaces now have showers, so you can freshen up afterwards.

Using Information From Testing
By: Alien | 25/07/2008
Perhaps clearer explanations of management methods are needed. There are several methods of managing insulin, as follows: Method 1: Complete Management by the Physician. The physician mayor may not have the patient do self-blood-sugar monitoring.

Diabetes - Gaining Their Support
By: Alien | 25/07/2008
You can help your family in many ways, some of which may be quite subtle. One way is to see that your family receives diabetes education. This gives them some understanding of how they can be of assistance.

More from Kathryn Oneill

The Pros and Cons of a Weider Home Gym
By: Kathryn Oneill | 26/10/2007 | Non-Fiction
Considering a Weider home gym? Here are the pros and cons of a Weider home gym to help you decide if it's the right buy for you.

5 Ways To Get The Best Use Out Of Your Home Treadmill
By: Kathryn Oneill | 10/10/2007 | Fitness
Want to avoid using your treadmill as a clothes rack? Check out these 5 tips for getting the most out of your home treadmill.

Buying A Home Gym? 5 Ways To Get The Most Out of Your Home Gym Purchase
By: Kathryn Oneill | 11/07/2007 | Non-Fiction
A home gym can help you build muscle, produce an attractive body, rev up a sluggish metabolism and shave years off your age. When clients ask me about buying home gym equipment, here are 5 things I tell them to get the most from their purchase.

Best Home Gyms - 8 Key Features That Make Up The Best Home Gym For You
By: Kathryn Oneill | 25/06/2007 | Non-Fiction
Looking for a home gym? Not every home gym is right for every person. Here are 8 key features to look for in order to find the best home gym for you.

The Benefits Of An Exercise Bike
By: Kathryn Oneill | 19/12/2006 | Non-Fiction
Buying an exercise bike and want to know how one can benefit you? Learn about the benefits of exercising on a recumbent bike and how to reach your fitness goals fast.

Best Rated Treadmill - 3 Easy Ways To Find the Best Rated Treadmills
By: Kathryn Oneill | 12/12/2006 | Non-Fiction
Looking for the best rated treadmill? Here are 3 easy ways to find the best rated treadmills - for your personal workout needs.

Exercise Bike Buying Guide
By: Kathryn Oneill | 08/12/2006 | Non-Fiction
Buying an exercise bike? This buying guide shows you exactly what to look when shopping so you can choose the best exercise bike for you and avoid buying a lemon!

Elliptical Trainer Prices - What To Know Before You Buy
By: Kathryn Oneill | 08/12/2006 | Non-Fiction
Buying an Elliptical Trainer? Learn the 3 main price categories of elliptical trainers and what you can expect in each.This will help you know exactly what you need (and it may just save you some money!)

Article Categories






Give Feedback

Sign up for our email newsletter

Receive updates, enter your email below