1)    You’re not following the program the way it was designed, or

2)    It’s not the right program for you.

Let’s take a look at number 1:

How many times have a heard, “I’m so bored with this program?” The first thing I ask in return is, “What did you DO that was not on the program?”  “I followed it perfectly” is usually the answer. “Wow! That’s interesting, because when you lost 10 pounds the first 2 weeks you weren’t bored. As a matter of fact, you were elated! Now, what was the “cheat”?  “Well, I missed a meal. That can’t be a cheat!” may be the reply. “Did you miss meals those first 2 weeks?” I ask. “No,” they reply sheepishly. “Thank you! What else was OFF?” I continue. “I missed workout yesterday.” They say. “Thank you! What else?” I ask again. “I ate a small piece of birthday cake…but it was my sister’s birthday and I didn’t want to be rude.” They answer. “Great! What else did you do or not do that was supposed to be on the program?” I prod. “My sleep was off; I didn’t drink enough water; I ate too much oatmeal. That’s it! No wait a second….I added sugar to my coffee; I had two diet cokes at dinner and, oh yeah, I went back to white bread rather than the kind I’ve been eating!” They answer with a huge smile on their face. “OK! I see what I’ve done! Time to get back on the plan!” they realize. Once they see their transgressions they’re ready to get right back on it

“Imagine during the course of one year, 8 different 6-week programs.  This leaves you 4 weeks of pure indulgence! Even if some or most didn’t work like you had wished, you’re still ahead of where you’d be if you had just been idle (or even worse, reading every diet book, magazine and article and getting more and more confused!) .  This will help you find out which program works best for YOU, and also realize that what worked before, might not be what you need now.” …AND VICE VERSA!”

Now, the 2^nd reason:

This program just doesn’t work for you.

You’ve followed it to a “t” and no progress…Arghhhhhhh!!!!!!!

Well, now you know that you can check that one off of your list. Even if you didn’t get the results you wanted, you’ve been disciplined on a program and chances are you’ve made some results anyway. Healthier, more energy, whatever…

Remember, getting in shape and reaching your ideal body can include some non-optimal occurrences with the body…headaches, lack of energy, aches, etc.  Not to worry, these are temporary and doesn’t necessarily mean to abandon your program.

So, in a nutshell, pick a program and DO IT EXACTLY as directed and don’t discuss with all of your friends and ask several people’s opinions if you’re “doing the right thing.”

RESULTS will answer that question for you!!!!

Tags: diet, exercise program, weight loss

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