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losing weight after baby: Need a constant source of motivation?

Do you struggle with weight loss? Some days you feel Gung-Ho. You're ready to eat salad and chicken all day, leaving for good desserts. Other days, you feel completely desperate. You think, "why bother?" What you get to open a bag of cookies.

When a war against unhealthy habits, you will win and lose battles. The key is to stay in touch with the "why" behind your weight loss so that you can win in the long term. Why do you lose your pregnancy pounds? To be attractive? Health? To love your husband or your children? When you're in touch with your values, decisions become clear. You are driven by something higher than your taste buds.

Sometimes you have to consider what you do not want to achieve what you want:

1. Do not become a statistic. The proportion of Americans who are overweight or obese has increased over the past 25 years. Do not Part of the approximately two-thirds of women in the United States who are overweight, or third who are obese. Being part of this crowd means that you are at high risk heart disease, cancer, diabetes and other major health problems. And most think the thing is that your children will follow.

2. Do not be a victim. Maybe you come from a family who has struggled with excess weight for generations. Or you are depressed and unable to make informed decisions. Do not succumb to the victim mentality. You can do something positive to your situation around. You 're not stuck with a particular destiny, unless you renounce your desire.

3. Do not wait for a feeling. Most of the time you will not "feel" motivated. Sustainable Motivation does not begin with a feeling. It begins with a decision you make with your mind.

There chance you do not want to be a statistic, a victim or a procrastinator. It is now time to make decisions that will change the course of your life and your children. When you need motivation, just watch your precious baby. What kind of health do you want for him? Consider a healthy diet and exercise starts with you!

Step Action Day: What is your motivation to lose weight after baby?

About the Author

Arlene Pellicane, mother of a toddler and infant, helps women lose their baby weight and thrive as wives and mothers. Her weekly podcast “Losing Weight After Baby” is full of practical ideas that work for busy moms. An everyday mom herself, you can visit Arlene’s website for free articles and exercises at http://www.losingweightafterbaby.com or blog at http://losingweightafterbaby.wordpress.com

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