Summary
When I was obese, I treated weight loss like an emergency and constantly abandoned my plans when they didn’t yield fast results. This impatience led to a frustrating cycle of quitting and inconsistent outcomes. I eventually learned that weight loss is not a straight line down and that a healthy goal is losing about a pound a week. Because my daily weight naturally fluctuates by about three pounds a week, I started tracking a seven-day running average. By comparing my current seven-day average to what it was six weeks prior, I could finally see the true downward trend of my progress instead of panicking over daily fluctuations.
In 2016, I committed to staying consistent with intermittent fasting for at least six weeks at a time rather than constantly reassessing every two weeks. While visible physical changes in the mirror took a while to notice, I experienced immediate non-scale victories like a better mood from going to the gym, increased physical strength, and a healthier relationship with food. Ultimately, learning to be okay with slow weight loss and focusing on permanent, enjoyable lifestyle changes helped me reach my goals.
My Book
You don’t have to count calories, cut carbs, or do high-intensity workouts to drop those pounds. This book shows you a laid back way to practice intermittent fasting that makes weight loss (and maintenance!) enjoyable.
