It’s not very often that I would discourage someone from pursuing a goal. \u00a0In fact, that’s the only time I’ve ever done it, and here’s why: \u00a0Setting an extreme goal sets you up for failure. \u00a0It’s the same reason why crash diets don’t work; there’s a time limit on it– \u00a0A finish line. \u00a0The mentality this client had was that this would be a way to excuse an extreme drop in Calories for a short period of time to prepare for the show.<\/p>\n
The question is, what happens after the show? \u00a0What’s the “exit strategy”? \u00a0Without developing a healthy relationship with food, and without understanding how to live a lifestyle of moderation, the second the finish line is reached, the pendulum could swing wildly in the opposite direction.<\/p>\n
What if they kept up the weight loss?<\/strong><\/p>\n Of course, continuing to live in a Calorie deficit isn’t the answer either. \u00a0That can lead to many different issues, including malnutrition, eating disorders, etc.<\/p>\n So what did you advise they do?<\/strong><\/p>\n I advised them to lose weight at an appropriate, moderate pace without restricting themselves from any foods. \u00a0I advised exploring the idea of a competition down the road, but that should be done as a genuine desire to accomplish doing a show, not as “thinspiration” to\u00a0achieve extreme weight loss.<\/p>\n Extremism is easy; moderation is difficult. \u00a0From a food psychology standpoint, extremism is unhealthy, and moderation is healthy. \u00a0Practice moderation– \u00a0Enjoy yourself and the food you eat while achieving whatever goal you truly want. \u00a0Not only will this set you up for success, but you’ll be much happier in the long run! \u00a0Think about it: \u00a0Are you happier when you get to eat desserts \/ enjoyable foods in moderation, or when you completely restrict yourself from sweets?<\/p>\n
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