To be successful at weight loss and the prevention of weight gain, it's vital you find ways to manage stress. Otherwise, you leave yourself open to some of the negative effects of stress. This includes comfort eating, loss of sleep, fatigue, and reduced motivation to exercise, which can all have a negative effect on your health and body shape.
When looking at ways to relax, why not look for strategies that also contribute to better health?
Here's 6 stress-busting tips that can help you to both unwind and lose weight at the same time:
Your challenge
Here's a challenge for you. Right now (and there's no time like the present), write down three things that help you to unwind. Ideally, these three strategies or activities should help you to relax, but also contribute to weight loss at the same time. You can choose three items from my list above, or come up with your own. Writing things down helps transform ideas and intentions into action. A US study found that participants who wrote down their goals were 33% more successful in achieving their intended outcome, especially when they shared their goals with a friend. It helps to motivate you towards doing, instead of just thinking. It paints a clearer picture of what you want, which ultimately can lead to a calmer, leaner you.
Why not share your three tips to unwind with the Blackmores community. We'd love to see your comments below.