Hi ya Gorgeous,
Today I have a guest blog post for you as I am traveling for business. I am currently following the Weight Watchers online protocol for losing a few pounds I gained last holiday season and never lost! Now when I went to put on my convention season suit for some events, it was too tight! So I'm counting my points and seeing some results!
5 Common Things That Happen When
You Lose A Noticeable Amount Of Weight
Whenever
someone chooses to commit to a weight loss journey, it’s not just a
physical transformation that happens, but a mental transformation as
well. Regardless of how long it takes for people to reach their goal
weight, there are significant things that occur along the way that
impact their body image and confidence. For all of the positive
reinforcement once receives, they might also notice some negativity or
odd reactions from those they are close to. Read on for tips and
insights from leading experts that will offer clarity and solutions for
anyone seeking to transform or who already has.
1. You shed friends along with pounds.
Dr.
Sanam Hafeez PsyD a NYC based licensed neuropsychologist, a teaching
faculty member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College, explains
that, “It is normal to lose friends as you lose pounds. As you see the
payoff from the lifestyle changes you’ve made you may feel disconnected
with friends who may still eat and drink things you no longer do. You’re
evolving,” offers Dr. Hafeez. She also adds that, “It’s common to
notice jealousy, and digs. You may even experience exclusion from
dinners out presuming you wouldn’t want to indulge.”
Have
faith that your true friends will love you at any size. “It will
actually be difficult to tolerate any gossip, negativity or activities
that are counterproductive. The last thing you need are people who bring
you down when you are doing something positive for your well being.
Look out for yourself. At times that may mean distancing from certain
people,” advises Dr. Hafeez.
2. Loose skin becomes the new thing you notice. Once
you reach your goal weight, you may love how you look in clothes but
naked in or a bathing suit is a whole other story. This is most common
when weight loss is significant. Even when weight training is part of
the regimen, loose skin does happen.
Dr.
John Zannis a board certified plastic surgeon based in New Bern, North
Carolina frequently sees and treats patients who went through a weight
loss transformation. According to Dr. Zannis, “Loose skin can gather at
the stomach, under arms, breasts, buttocks, inner thighs, face and neck.
The more significant the weight-loss is, say 50 pounds and above, the
more likely a plastic surgeon is sought out to explore body lifts that
specifically address loose skin after weight-loss.”
3. You have more energy, are excited about life and can do more!
As
you change your diet, add daily exercise to your new lifestyle and see
the weight melt off, you gain energy! You don’t feel the need to hit the
snooze button anymore. You may wake up energized for that 7am powerwalk
or you may be inspired by that beautiful new dress you get to wear to
work, another dress size dropped. Yay!
“Use
newfound energy to your advantage, encourages Dr. Hafeez, your brain is
forming new neuropathways as your perception about your body starts to
change. That flight of stairs that was once an obstacle is much easier.
Simple things like putting on shoes, picking up toys and pushing a
vacuum are done with ease. As you take notice of what your body can do,
you gain more confidence and want to do more. This energizes you both
physically and mentally,” she adds.
4. Shopping gets interesting.
It
is common to get overwhelmed with options now that you can shop the way
you always dreamed of. Perhaps your new strong, shapely legs have
inspired you to wear dresses again for the first time in years. Or after
always covering your arms, you may opt for sleeveless tops. Either way,
trying new looks outside of your comfort zone can be daunting. Dr.
Hafeez advises to, shop on your own or with someone you really trust.
“It is important that shopping is made to be fun by approaching it as a
style experiment. Don’t expect everything to look perfect just because
you are a much smaller size. Some things will work, others won’t. Look
for clothes that feel good. When you smile in the mirror that’s a sign you’re on track.”
5. You make yourself, your health and well being top priority and start to inspire others.
When
you lose a noticeable amount of weight other people want to know how
you did it and how you are keeping the weight off. Your immediate family
may also adapt to your dietary changes and experience weight loss by
association. When your kids see you wake up every morning to exercise
they see that anything worth having requires commitment. Your
significant other may be inspired to also lose weight. “When you take
care of yourself and are in a positive mindset, it has a positive impact
on everyone you interact with. When the mind and body are aligned you
love the way you look and feel, you’re happy and someone others can look up to.”
Remember: you are beautiful!
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