Have you ever been successful losing weight only to find it a challenge to keep it off? You\u2019re not alone! Here are 5 ways to maintain weight loss for good.<\/h2>\n

Only about 1 in 5 people are successful at maintaining their healthy weight. But that doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re doomed. In fact, we can learn a lot from people who have succeeded in weight loss.<\/p>\n

Here are five ways to keep off the weight for good.<\/p>\n

By:\u00a0<\/strong> Tim Ernst – Founder of Body Blitz Max<\/a>, 180 Muscle<\/a> and Barbell\/Dumbbell Ripped Muscle Complexes<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

TIP #1<\/strong> It\u2019s a Lifestyle<\/h3>\n

<\/a>If you go back to doing what you\u2019ve always done (like eating calorie-dense processed food or leading a sedentary lifestyle), you\u2019ll end up right back where you started: tired, overweight, and out of shape.<\/p>\n

The solution is to change your lifestyle by adopting healthy behaviors as long-term habits.<\/p>\n

TIP #2<\/strong> Identify Your Triggers<\/h3>\n

<\/a>There is often a catalyst that leads to poor eating behaviors. Identify these in advance <\/strong>and then plan solutions. For example, after a long day at work, when you\u2019re hungry and stressed, you may be inclined to reach for junk food. What\u2019s your plan of attack?<\/p>\n

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    EDITORS NOTE:<\/strong> Knowing what and how much to eat for weight loss is critical towards your success.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re not sure how to calculate your calories in order to burn fat, Get Your Free Fat Burning Calorie Calculator For Quick Weight Loss & Burn More Fat Than You Thought Possible In 30 Days=> Fat Burning Calculator<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n

    For every obstacle you encounter, try to come up with a solution or two that will help you stay on track.<\/p>\n

    TIP #3<\/strong> Keep Track of Your Weight and Measurements<\/h3>\n

    <\/a>A very important question we often ask is, \u201cHow\u2019s that working for you?\u201d<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re not tracking progress, there\u2019s no way to objectively answer that question: you can\u2019t tell what\u2019s working or what\u2019s not.<\/p>\n

    A research study called The National Weight Control Registry (NWCR)\u00a0gathers information about the habits of successful weight-loss maintainers, including\u00a0adults who have lost at least 30 pounds and kept it off for at least one year. According to the NWCR, 75% of members weigh themselves at least once a week.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Peter Drucker said it best, \u201cWhat gets measured gets improved.\u201d Stay accountable and stay vigilant\u2014for the long term\u2014and watch how far you can come.<\/p>\n

    TIP #4<\/strong> Keep Up an Active Lifestyle<\/h3>\n

    <\/a>To get to your goal weight, you were regularly hitting the gym, 4 minute bodyweight workouts<\/a>, taking walks outdoors, regularly taking the stairs, and parking in the farthest spot from the building. Keep doing what has been successful for you!<\/strong><\/p>\n

    According to the Global Healthy Weight Registry, 90% of people who stay slim exercise at least twice a week. 90% of the NWCR members exercise, on average, about 1 hour each day. Not only that, 62% watch less than 10 hours of TV each week.<\/p>\n

    TIP #5<\/strong> Use a Food Journal<\/h3>\n

    <\/a>One of the most common reasons people stop losing weight\u2014and start gaining\u2014is because they start loosening the reins and don\u2019t stick to their nutrition plan quite as diligently.<\/p>\n

    You might start sneaking in a few extra bites or a snack here and there. Or, eat mindlessly while watching television.<\/p>\n

    These calories add up\u2014quickly. Keeping a food journal\u2014even for just a week or two\u2014can help raise awareness.<\/p>\n

    Did you know that certain foods can actually DAMAGE levels of important fat-burning hormones in your body?<\/p>\n

    Even more, these same foods RAISE levels of your fat-storing hormones, making it nearly impossible for you to lose fat…<\/p>\n

    And many of these foods are touted as healthy!<\/p>\n

    ==>\u00a03 so called “Healthy” Foods You Should NEVER Eat<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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