1695: How to Lose 100 Pounds

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Podcast Notes Check out the Mind Pump episode page. Losing 5 or 10 pounds is different from trying to lose 100 pounds – it’s helpful to hire a psychologist or have a confidant to really get to the root cause of weight gainYou don’t have to count calories and track obsessively to lose weight – focus on building habits and discipline9 out of 10 tips are about improving self-awareness and not tracking or counting anythingWeight loss has to come from a place of self-love and self-care – not self-hate and shameExercise and nutrition has to be something you see as an improvement to your life and wellness, not punishmentThe weight loss journey does not happen overnight: set realistic goals that will challenge you beyond your current state but are attainableKeeping weight off is about building a good foundation of habits and discipline, understanding it will take about a year to lose 100 pounds

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten things a person should  do to successfully lose a lot of weight.

The psychological challenges of choosing to lose 100 pounds. (2:29) The Biggest Loser distortion of reality. (5:20) Ten Things a Person Should Do to Successfully Lose a lot of Weight. #1 – Hire a therapist or enlist someone you trust & who loves you. (12:34) #2 – Ditch the motivation hype and understand the importance of discipline & good habits. (17:20) #3 – Focus on strength over the scale. (22:15) #4 – Increase activity through daily habits. (25:52) #5 – Eat your calories and NOT drink them. (30:07) #6 – Avoid heavily processed foods. (33:02) #7 – Create barriers between yourself and your impulses. (35:33) #8 – Be mindful and slow down while eating. (39:54) #9 – Prioritize protein. (43:51) #10 – Hire a nutritionist. (46:17)

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