How to get motivated to start (and stick to) your weight loss journey

The Healthy Diary

In this episode of The Healthy Diary Podcast, I dive into one of the biggest challenges many of you face when it comes to weight loss: staying motivated. As someone who has worked with countless women on their health journey, I know that waiting for the "right moment" or the "perfect burst of motivation" can keep you stuck. In today's episode, I’ll share some practical tips and strategies to help you overcome that motivational slump, take action, and most importantly, stay consistent on your journey toward a healthier, happier life.

I also share a bit about my own personal struggles with motivation and how I eventually realised that relying on it was never going to get me to where I wanted to be. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start taking action, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you get going.

Key Takeaways:

1. Motivation is Unreliable: Don’t rely on motivation alone. It’s an emotion that comes and goes, which means it can’t be the driving force behind your weight loss journey.
2. Find Your Deeper "Why": Dig deep and figure out why you really want to lose weight. Is it to feel healthier? To avoid a family history of disease? Knowing your deeper "why" will give you the drive you need to keep going, even when motivation fades.
3. Break Down Your Goals: It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you think about how much weight you want to lose. Break it down into smaller, more manageable milestones (like 400 grams per week) so it feels achievable.
4. Make the Start Simple: If taking that first step feels too big, simplify it. Instead of aiming for an hour at the gym, start with a 10-minute walk. Once you’re in motion, it’s easier to keep going.
5. Build Consistent Habits: Success doesn’t come from relying on willpower alone. Focus on creating habits—like meal prepping—that make it easier to stay on track without requiring a daily dose of motivation.
6. Have a Backup Plan: Life will throw challenges your way, and motivation will disappear. That’s why it’s important to have a backup plan for those tough days so you don’t fall off track.
7. Lean on Your Support Network: Surround yourself with people who are working towards similar goals, whether it's a support group or community, to stay accountable and motivated.

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