Starting a healthy lifestyle is all about motivation, willpower, and discipline. When all these fail there’s nothing else to rely on, but self-control. It’s important to be consistent when it comes to self-control and these three things will get in the way of your progress.
Multitasking
Multitasking involves focusing on a bunch of things at one time and when you have too many work and home responsibilities, which is common this time of year, you’ll experience stress, which can wreak havoc on your self-control. In the long run, it leads to a loss of muscle mass and an increase in body fat.
Sleep Deprivation
Lack of sleep has been linked to an increase in weight and overeating because when you don’t get quality sleep it messes with hormones that are related to eating. Making better choices is easier when you’ve got a good night’s sleep.
Worrying About Eating Correctly
Changing your approach to eating is a great first step for losing weight, dealing with health issues, or leading a healthier lifestyle, but you have to have a strategy. If you’re depriving yourself and simply relying on willpower, you’ll start craving the foods you aren’t eating. Try being flexible in your eating habits until you’ve found what works best for you.
