Diets Don't Work!

Diets don't work! In fact, every major study shows that the vast majority of dieters gain the weight back, and sometimes more.  Diets are not realistic and cannot be adhered to on a permanent basis. So what's the secret to losing weight safely and effectively?  BE PATIENT Diets promise rapid weight loss. But when you lose weight too quickly, you lose not only fat, but also water, muscle and other body tissue. Losing muscle decreases your metabolism, making it harder to keep the weight off.  To ensure safe, permanent fat loss, aim for losing 1-2 pounds per week. WATCH PORTION SIZES & BE AWARE OF CALORIES Too few calories will slow down your metabolism while too many will make you gain weight. Determine your personal calorie range for weight loss with an app or website likeMyFitnessPal.com.  EAT A BALANCED DIET Eat a wide variety of vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, whole grains and lean protein while limiting your consumption of processed foods.  LISTEN TO YOUR BODY If you slow down and listen to your body's internal cues, you can learn to eat the right amount of food. Don't eat just because it's there or just because other people are eating. EXERCISE! EXERCISE! EXERCISE! Studies show that people who lose weight and keep it off exercise 5 hours a week. When they start to slack off by even one hour a week, they stop making progress, or even start to gain weight back.  NEED HELP? If you are having a difficult time restructuring your eating habits or achieving your goal weight, you may need more structure, accountability, support and guidance. You get all of this and more in the AAY! 8-Week Nutrition Program.The next session begins on February 6. Click here to apply!