The majority of people who lose weight soon learn that maintenance brings new and often more difficult challenges to overcome, and they often gain the weight back within a couple of years. Many diets, intense workout programs, and detox plans are often a setup for failure. They can help you lose weight, but don't help you learn the habits to support it for life.
If you asked someone who lost weight and kept it off long-term how they did it, they'd probably say, "It's a lifestyle," but that's vague and rarely helpful if you're struggling to do the same. Below are five key habits that will help you not only lose weight but also keep it off.
Instead, shift your focus from results to habits. Small changes make the biggest difference long-term, so appreciate the moments you made healthier choices, like getting in an extra walk, adding more vegetables to your meals, or eating less sugar. After consistently improving your habits, results will follow.