The Fawn's Weight Loss Tips: Part Two

Greetings, mes amis! I have for you here, five more weight loss tips to get you motivated and moving. Happy sunny Monday! Here we go:

Partner up. Weight loss is one of those things that is easier when done with a friend. Right now I have a wonderful support group of about five ladies who are all committed and are fantastically motivating. Whether you need someone to help you make a healthy choice, go for a walk with you or remind you of why you're doing what you're doing -- having a friend by your side can really help you succeed.

Gulp before you gorge. If you're feeling exceptionally hungry try chugging a glass or two of water and waiting five minutes. Sometimes you will find that you were actually thirsty & not hungry after all.

Celebrate. Whether you've lost a pound or five or twenty, celebrate your victories, big & small. Buy yourself a new pair of pants, or go see a movie or buy a new book. It always makes me so happy when I treat myself to something nice when I've done well. It's all about being good to your body, as well as your soul. How about that.

Dance! Or run, or swim or hop to it! Exercising is just a fancy way of saying MOVE! It doesn't have to be lifting weights or working the elliptical. Do what makes you feel good and move move move. I love to walk with Gretchen through the park, so this is what I do for exercise -- remember, even something like cleaning your house rigorously counts. Take that, calories!

Happy thoughts. I find it so important not to beat myself up if I gain weight, or if I indulge in that cheesecake, or have a day where I eat too much bread and not enough veggies. These days are going to happen and you can't be your own worst enemy about it. It's just one day -- move along and think positively. You can do it!

I hope you've enjoyed my tips! Bye for now.

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You can find part one here.