by Amanda Jane Snyder
The Best Tool for Weight Loss
The obesity epidemic is more out of control now than ever before, so much so that people are turning to drugs to assist in this weight loss. They’ve tried everything and can’t seem to lose weight.
Nowadays, there are an endless number of diets and workout programs that gaurantee success. They work for many but, often these programs are a quick fix. These strict diets can help with weight loss success, but are they sustainable? Are these cookie-cutter programs resulting in long term success? Between 80-85% of people who lose weight, gain it back over time, so clearly there’s something missing.
In all my years of working with clients as a personal trainer and certified nutrition coach, the most effective tool for helping clients lose weight and maintain it is what I call the Discomfort Scale. It sounds simple, and it is, but it’s not easy. This tool helps clients to focus more on their mindset, and the WHY that is driving these choices, rather than sticking to a restrictive meal plan. It allows clients to make small changes at a time, and slowly incorporate healthy habits into their routine.