Jane struggled for years trying to lose weight. She’d lose some, gain it back, lose some, gain it back. She asked, “What happened? I was determined to make my last diet my LAST DIET. How did I so mess it up again?”
Like so many of us, she was stuck on that Diet Yo-Yo. It’s what we do, and it’s not like anyone expects us to do any better. So we settle while keeping multiple sizes in our closets and an eye out for the next quick fix that will melt off the pounds. Oaky, so we can’t get down on the floor with our kids or grandkids. Our joints ache, and walking distances is a little harder than it used to be. We settle with life as is.
Yet the weight loss dream lingers.
Jane always said she could do it – if she just would. “But why do it if I can’t maintain it?” She asked me. “It’s like winning the lottery and then spending everything in a year.” I knew what she meant. I had done it as well.
Twelve years ago, I started on that journey again. I had worked my way down from my highest weight, but I was plagued by that last 15 -20 pounds, and now I needed my fat clothes again. Giving up would be easy, but I was nearly 50. It was now or never.
After 40 years of yo-yoing up and down, I reached my goal weight in 2012, and this time, I’ve maintained it.
What made the difference?
Not a diet and exercise program, nor some magic drug or supplement.
The difference was coaching – good coaching from someone trained and experienced. Good coaching helps you both find the root causes and self-sabotage that so easily entangle us. It kept me on track toward the goal. It helped prepare me for managing future obstacles so I could maintain. It’s not counseling – it’s equipping. It changed everything for me.
Jane and I worked together for three months initially, then shifted to check-ins to help her stay on track until she reached her goal. She’s still on track six years later. See, once you “get it,” you’ve got it.
If you’re ready to “get it” for yourself, I have a special Memorial Day offer. Email me at [email protected].
