Booyah! I’m on a roll with this weight loss maintenance stuff. I’ve kept the weight off for an entire year. Yes, there have been ups and downs, and I expect there always will be since perfection is not my goal (and also because I love Cinnabon too much. heheheheee). But overall I’ve learned through trial and error what works to stay lean for the long term, and what thresholds of greediness can be enjoyed without going over the top and wrecking all your good progress.
In this video you’ll see my before and after pics, plus you’ll get the low down on the 3 key things I do to keep the weight off. You’re gonna want to hear this!
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OTHER IMPORTANT WEIGHT LOSS MAINTENANCE FACTORS
- Yep, I still do intermittent fasting – it’s been over 3 years now. I fast 5 times per week, Monday through Friday, and enjoy a few splurges on the weekends.
- Hydration is so darn important. But nope, I don’t go by that 8 glasses per day rule. I’m just sure to sip all day long. This includes drinking a glass of water containing Bragg’s Apple Cider Vinegar first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.
- Proper sleep is essential. You never know how bad your sleep is until you actually get the proper amount of rest. I had been wearing myself thin on sleep, but I’m finally back to around 7 hours per night. This is has made a big difference in my energy for my morning workouts.
- I’m eating less carbs — finally found that perfect balance! My Easy Paleo Pancakes are one way I’m still enjoying my favorite foods while reducing my carbs. Cutting out excess carbs has made a big difference in my mid-section!
- Less cardio and more strength training. Cardio does not give you beautiful curves or a nice, lifted but. You gotta strength train for that.
- Make yourself a priority. You cannot give all of yourself and become a dry well. Take care of YOU!
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You are looking great!
One thing i have discovered is that no matter what i am hungry for, once i have eaten i really don’t care what it was that i had. So if i’m hungry for a trigger food, once i eat what i know is good for me and i’m satisfied, it does not matter that i didn’t get my trigger.
I am finding out that carbs isn’t what I thought it was. I found out that grits was carbs the other day and was mad at the world!
LOL! I love my grits but it’s been sooo long. I’m about to have me some this weekend.
You sure do look amazing. It even motivates me a bit 😉
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After looking your video, I am a bit jealous of you. I am also trying to get such type of shape in my body but unable to reach up to the mark. Can you share your diet plan or exercise tips?
Thanks
You looks great!Thank you for your advice… I’m still struggling to maintain my weight after I lost 10kg 2 yrs ago.
You have been such an inspiration to me. I love your real life approach to all of this. I’m down 9 lbs!
Hi Patty. Congrats on your progress so far and all of your hard work. That is wonderful to hear!
Why just lose weight when you can do strength training and tone your body at the same lose weight. Inspiring transformation girl!
Thank you Michelle!
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Great bod at 44! Love the abs and the butt, it really is possible! Losing weight is easy, but keeping the weight off is a lot of hard work. Discipline and consistency are the keys. I’m getting there. Thanks for sharing your journey and the tips. Your such an inspiration Josie!
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Why just lose weight when you can do strength training and tone your body at the same lose weight. Inspiring transformation girl!
thanks. i found it hard losing weight after exercising and depriving myself of some carbs till my friend introduced me too this website. it helped me a lot to lose weight and keep it off. i didn’t see results right away, but eventually it paid off.
i been fasting for 23 hours a day and eating only one meal a day for a month and 2 weeks now, so far i lost close to 30lbs. i am well versed on all kinds of diets trying to loose weight because of hypothyroidism and on beta blockers and my weight barely budged. besides working out in the gym everyday i only eat meat/seafood and vegetables 10am OR
11am and that is my only meal until 11am the next morning. no grains or dairy or breads. strictly meat and vegetables, water and decaf coffee but with non dairy creamer. my stomach has shrunk and now a regular plate of food
will do,if i tried to eat a plate and a half i start to feel a little sick from stuffing myself.i have energy allll day and if i do happen to get hungry i drink the decaf coffee. you totally get use to it and it becomes easy with zero suffering.
Great post! I’m currently at my weight loss journey as well – although I try to keep myself relatively skinny throughout the year, so it’s only just for a few periods! Thanks for being such a great motivation though:)
Great post! I’m currently at my weight loss journey as well – although I try to keep myself relatively skinny throughout the year, so it’s only just for a few periods! Thanks for being such a great motivation though:)