Even I put on weight…
I’m back in the full swing of things after my latest break to Cyprus.
Now I’m gonna be honest here – normally I eat fairly well but I really let my hair down this time.
The food was awesome!
And I fell into the trap of overdoing it.
Hey, I’m only human.
I was fully rested but after a week of eating and drinking for fun it left me feeling..
BLOATED and LETHARGIC…
And my clothes were feeling a bit tighter!
Well this was the perfect opportunity to take a piccy of me – the BUDDHA belly was back.
I was a little SHOCKED actually – It was time to take ACTION.
Well I’m back into my training after 2 weeks off and I’m using the Phase 1 protocol of my 12 Week Plan to give my body a good old detox.
I might even show you the pictures in a month!
Now I’m telling you this because it got me thinking – I get asked all kinds of questions and something that lands in my inbox regularly is…
“Phil, what’s the best diet to use after a holiday binge?”
Ok so my 12 Week Plan is NOT a diet – far from it.
It does however deliver incredible results.
As you know I am not a fan of these FADDY diets.
I’ll give you the top 4 reasons why people who attempt a diet FAIL.
1. Body Rebellion
A drastic or too-stricter diet can trigger mood swings, headaches, physical and mental fatigue, irritability, digestive upset, and brain fog.
Sounds fun, right?
2. Hunger and Cravings
Feeling hungry an hour after you eat is not necessary for slimming down your shape – Ignore the hype those happy-clappy over-priced weighing scale clubs tell you.
In fact, chronic hunger generally indicates that your diet is imbalanced or inadequate, which can cause your body to conserve energy, and resist weight loss.
This means you’ll end up putting that gone fat back on in the long run.
And cravings? I bet you’d LOVE to get rid of those, right?
3. Social Pressure
Numerous clients have told me that when they turn down food or drinks because they’re trying to eat more healthily, friends and family members respond with comments like…
“You don’t need to lose weight, you look fine.”
Many report feeling guilty or enticed into eating foods they’re trying to avoid.
4. Emotions
We’re practically programmed from birth to use food emotionally. We bond and celebrate over meals, use food to show our affection, bring others food in times of crisis, and use food as a means of comfort.
A terrible day at work, or a long-awaited promotion may both trigger you to eat. In my years of working with clients, I’m certain that overcoming emotional eating is the greatest weight loss hurdle.
Do any of these sound familiar?
Hey, I get it!
I was someone who had to be on an intense diet for months at a time before I moved into this coaching world.
And I’ve worked with many people who have come to me and discussed all the various FADS they’ve tried in the past.
So I KNOW how hard it can be.
I still know some who have ignored my advice and gone back to the same thing only to still be MISERABLE and UNHAPPY.
I can’t help everyone, I guess.
Although I kinda admire them too, you know – for sticking with THEIR plan.
But deep down most of them hate it…
I would too.
And I’m sure you know this already – but the difference between…
- WINNING and LOSING
- GOOD and GREAT
- AVERAGE and AWESOME
- STRUGGLE and SUCCESS
All comes down to a few things…
Making a CHANGE when it’s NOT working.
LEARNING from those who can educate you properly.
Surrounding YOURSELF with the SUPPORT of others on the same journey. My INNER CIRCLE is the place to be and truly ROCKS!
DESTROYING procrastination and taking ACTION.
DECIDING you want to have and what you DESIRE.
You see my 12 Week Plan doesn’t just provide you with a guide based around FREEDOM and CHOICE…
It now comes with the MINDSET tools you’ll need to combat those times when you need that little EXTRA help.
Do YOU want my PERSONAL tools I use for MINDSET?
If not, then that’s cool with me – just carry on with how you are.
