Do These 3 Things To Effortlessly Maintain Your Weight Loss

Through my own experience with maintaining weight loss, I found that one of the most important aspects of success is to avoid things that trigger previous bad habits like mindless snacking, overeating, and poor food choices. It's much easier to maintain than to fall behind and have to catch up. Below are some common triggers to avoid for successful weight management:

Addictive foods are often unsatisfying, so the more you have, the more you'll want. Avoiding these foods can help you stick to healthier eating habits that align with your weight maintenance goals. Another positive of avoiding processed foods and refined carbohydrates is that healthy foods will start to taste better. If you aren't comparing these foods to healthy foods, you can better appreciate and enjoy the subtle flavors and textures of healthier options.

But don't despair; alcohol can be part of a healthy lifestyle, in moderation and with meals. If you drink more than that, it can trigger overindulging throughout the night and less-than-healthy "hangover foods" the next day—which won't help you stay on track. If this happens often, it can be detrimental to your maintenance efforts. It's best to set limits with yourself for how frequently you go out for drinks and how much you drink at one time. Sharing your limits with supportive or like-minded friends and slowing your pace can help you stay on track while still living in the moment.

It's nearly impossible to rid your life of all these types of relationships, but it helps to be aware and avoid situations that cause frequent setbacks that are difficult for you to overcome. Try to grow new friendships with people that are supportive and like-minded. You can even join forums, social media groups, workout classes, and other groups that are of interest to you.

It's important to find the right balance between indulging—so you don't feel deprived—and healthy, sustainable habits so that you can maintain your weight loss. You may have other factors that trigger you to revert to old habits; it's important to be aware of them and make a plan to overcome them to achieve long-term success. If you struggle with maintaining weight loss, check out this guide and learn simple tips that will help you stay motivated, eat less (without feeling deprived or counting calories), and enjoy life in your leaner, healthier body.