Always Learning: The Secret To Losing Weight

Friday, May 24, 2013

The Secret To Losing Weight

Eat less. Move more. That is it. There is no secret. Trisha Yearwood just lost thirty pounds and said this was her secret. For her it is a battle every day to not eat that cookie and she is usually slightly hungry.

My parents just met with three other couples that they have been friends with since they were young. My dad told me that out of the four couples, one was thin and in shape. The rest were twenty to thirty pounds overweight. They were all in their eighties but this thin couple looked ten years younger than the rest. They go to the gym five days a week and eat in moderation.

My dad told me he gets a ton of health magazines and preaches the benefit of antioxidants and being in shape, yet he struggles to lose weight. He knows he should but it is so difficult once you put on the weight.

It is being said that this generation will not live longer than previous generations because of being overweight. It is a serious problem that leads to many diseases.

I know it is difficult to lose weight. I think the only reason I stay so thin is from two brain surgeries and a neck fusion with feeling poorly most of the time. It affects my stomach so I am not that hungry. Whenever I go through times when I feel well, I have to battle my appetite and my weight so I know it isn't easy.

So I don't have a secret to losing weight, except I would encourage you to give up sugar completely if you can since it is so addictive and destructive on our health. Don't let that cookie or piece of cake control and master you. You master it! I would also encourage you to just eat as healthy as you can and exercise as much as you can.

We are commanded to be known for our moderation and gluttony is a sin. We are told we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. We have everything we need for life and godliness, including self-control. Now, I guess we just need to start believing God's many promises to us and act upon them.

Let your moderation be known unto all men.

The Lord is at hand.

Philippians 4:5

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mvstephenson 44p · 618 weeks ago

I really struggle in this area. of course being in my 3rd pregnancy, it hasn't been getting easier. I know that's not an excuse but sometimes it feels like one. :) I'm working on it.

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Betty Taylor · 618 weeks ago

I am trying to do better with this. I get my weight down and then I go back to eating the way I did before and my weight rebounds. I am trying to make lifestyle changes. I want to be one of those older people that is thin and healthy someday.

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Tommie · 618 weeks ago

Like!
Thanks for helping me get back on track after a week of feeling out of control.

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Joluise · 618 weeks ago

Weight loss is a struggle and very difficult to maintain. I have maintained my weight for over two years now and there are two things I have done - I weigh myself every day so there is not surprises and secondly , I lost weight with two friends and we are still cheering each other on - its gives you the support and encouragement that you will need. We also set about completely changing the way we eat and dieting became a lifestyle choice for both my husband and I. That makes all the differences too.

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Bama Girl · 617 weeks ago

Such a great post and so true! We must believe what God says in His Word, and obey it! The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak! There are so many factors in weight loss and gain, so we have to find what works for us. I believe what Lori says about eating less and moving more! You don't even have to go to the gym if you can't afford it, or don't want to! I used to teach classes at the local YMCA, but now I work out at home. I walk every day on my road or the treadmill, and I use weights 2-3 times per week. When I don't do this, I notice flabbier arms; when I do this, the arms tone up! I also try to eat in moderation! I sometimes let my flesh indulge and then I notice tighter clothing. It is a constant struggle for me, but I keep on fighting! Thanks for sharing Lori, and God bless you during your times of not feeling well! Hope those time will be less and less! Blessings from Bama!

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Crystal & Co · 616 weeks ago

You always share the greatest stuff. Moms (and people in general) really do over complicate things- even with weight loss. I am guilt too!

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Kristy · 616 weeks ago

I have five children (my baby is just 8 weeks old), so I know all about the fight to keep weight within a healthy range. I launched a 30-day Trim Healthy Mama Challenge on my blog this week and would love to have you check it out!

Thanks for linking up with my Natural Living weekly blog party... your post was the most popular one last week and is feature in this week's link up. :)

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Maria · 613 weeks ago

Nice post...When I don't do this, I notice flabbier arms; when I do this, the arms tone up! I also try to eat in moderation! I sometimes let my flesh indulge and then I notice tighter clothing :)

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Dina hady · 609 weeks ago

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Follow here · 598 weeks ago

Thanks for this good allocation about the secret of weigh losing. I was overweight more than 80. But when I started follow my physician instruction I've started to get benefits. Now my weight is 72 and I hope I will able to drop it on 60. Thanks

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Dieting Revisited · 598 weeks ago

Great write up on weight loss!! You have mentioned the points clear. "Eat less. Move more" is a great strategy. Thanks for the share!

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Joey · 593 weeks ago

It's tough to sometimes just not have one more bite... or chip... or handful... or serving. There are some, such as myself, that are over eaters (as in I just eat what's on my plate regardless of if it's too much for me or not). Sometimes, the meal is just too good to let go... but I'm learning that I need to just let it go. I can have it for lunch tomorrow or even dinner again. If I eat everything in one sitting, it seems like I'm actually eating two meals at once...

For those like me, a lesson in moderation will go a long way to living a healthier (and longer) life!

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tibbyblooms 1p · 587 weeks ago

I agree that we should control ourselves from excessive desires for food, gluttony is unhealthy. That's a great diet tip for body and soul!=)

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Weight Loss NYC · 578 weeks ago

I need to know the details of this diet...RIGHT NOW! lol I work out 2 hours a day 5 days a week...I haven't lost nobodies 10lbs in 10 days....I know I probably don't eat the best and need to cut sugar. But I eat like a bird almost every day...lol LET us KNOW MN.

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Glenda · 559 weeks ago

Weight loss comes with self-discipline. It may sound easy but it's really hard to do it especially when you can smell the newly baked cake your sister did. But eventually, along with your patience, you can see the changes and improvements this self-discipline did to you.

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CardioGod · 548 weeks ago

It is a very topical article as obesity is really a world problem that is one of the leading causes of many diseases.
The expression "You master the food!" is very inspirational. Thank you.
I just like to tell eating less is not the correct way for weight loss. Surely I don't mean to stroke up on something, just eat right food. Eating balanced and rich in different nutrients food will improve your metabolism that will help you to lose weight fast.

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Karim Khan · 548 weeks ago

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Sistema Venus · 533 weeks ago

Great post

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Jan Stevens · 524 weeks ago

Great post! This is a constant struggle indeed! Keep it up everyone!

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