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Breaking Free from Yo-Yo Dieting: My Journey to Transformation

Rod Stuart before and after photo flexing
Have you ever struggled with yo-yo dieting? I know I have. I used to believe that I was destined to be 30 pounds heavier, stuck in habits that didn't bring me happiness. But that all changed when I decided to make some alterations to my habits. The transformation was not only physical, but mental and emotional as well. In this blog post, I would like to share with you the habits that I got rid of in order to lose 30 pounds and find freedom in my mind and body.

The first habit I ditched was counting calories and macros. I was deeply ingrained in diet culture, constantly obsessed with counting, but it often resulted in frustration, overeating, and neglecting what I was putting into my body. As a fitness and nutrition enthusiast, I acknowledge the science behind it, but I wanted to move away from diet culture and embrace more intuitive eating. So, I stopped counting calories and macros and instead built meal plans that were healthy and not centered around numbers.

Next, I gave up the habit of eating small amounts of junk food. I didn't quit junk food completely, but I stopped eating it in small bites. I would tell myself not to have it, but then I would have a small bite and go back to work. This habit was strange, but I believe many can relate to it. I learned to allow myself to have a treat if I wanted it, without feeling guilty about it.

Finally, I stopped comparing myself to others. This was a big challenge for me because I was always looking at other people's bodies and comparing myself to them. But I realized that everyone's journey is different and that comparison was not productive. I started focusing on my own journey and what I needed to do for my body, and that's when I started to see real results.

In conclusion, these were the habits that I got rid of to lose 30 pounds. By letting go of counting calories and macros, eating junk food one bite at a time, and comparing myself to others, I saw real results and felt better mentally and emotionally. I hope my story inspires you on your own journey to find freedom and transformation.