Over the last few weeks, we’ve been focused on debunking some of the biggest nutrition and fitness myths. At the same time, we’re highlighting the universal truths or success secrets we’ve come to learn from our most inspirational members who’ve achieved their healthy living goals. Hundreds of you sounded off on our post about the 6 Secrets of Skinny People – leading an engaged conversation about the daily diet and fitness practices that really matter.
In the spirit of continuing that discussion, we dug through our most moving, impactful success stories – extracting the simple, honest truths that have powered our member’s real life transformations. Here are five words of wisdom from individuals who have blazed a trail and inspired us to create our own successes along the way.
1.) Set small, quantifiable goals
Jacob didn’t like what his old lifestyle meant for his future. He decided to drastically change his weight and take on a number of athletic challenges. He’s now the healthiest he’s ever been. Jacob reminds us to focus on checkpoints instead of a finish line. Small, quantifiable goals kept him from becoming discouraged. Read more about his story here.
2.) Focus on gratitude
Brian battled a major health scare and immediately decided to transform his health. Now, he’s in the best shape of his life and a regular triathlon participant. He lives each day with gratitude for his health – which he deems vital to his success. Here’s more on how Brian did it.
3.) Stick with it… even through plateaus
After a family health crisis, Bill got serious about dropping 225 pounds. He also ditched cigarettes for good. Bill plans to lose even more weight, and he’s inspiring others to make smart, daily choices. Bill’s long-term success plan involves the acknowledgement that plateaus are inevitable. Read his other three success secrets here.
4.) Make sure others are watching
Victoria lost 135 lbs in just 15 months. She made sure her friends, family and coworkers were aware of her weight loss goals and says creating accountability was tantamount to her success. Read more about Victoria’s journey here.
5.) Celebrate small successes
Angel learned a great deal on her weight loss transformation – she’s shed 60 lbs and is still on the path to lose more. Her secret to achieving big picture goals? Counting the little successes and checking her food choices against her desired outcome. Angel views her small successes as fuel for MORE success. Read more of Angel’s insights here.
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