Let’s talk about weight loss.
It’s like a roller coaster, isn’t it?
You’re standing in line, butterflies building in your stomach as you get closer to the front. The anticipation is building, maybe even a little bit of dread. You’ve been waiting, sometimes for months or years, and now the time has come.
You’re almost there.
But when the moment arrives, things start getting real. That adrenaline kicks in. Suddenly, you start thinking, “Maybe this isn’t for me after all.” You start looking around, searching for a way to back out before it’s too late.
Next thing you know, you’re strapped in, the ride is about to begin.
And here it comes… The slow, nerve-wracking climb.
You feel sick to your stomach. The roller coaster’s peak is just ahead, and your mind is running wild, wondering what you’ve gotten yourself into.
Tick tick.
Whooshka!!!
Before you know it, you’re hurtling through loops, twists, and turns you never saw coming. It’s wild, disorienting, and exhilarating all at once.
And then, it’s over.
Your heart is pounding, your adrenaline is through the roof, but there’s a sense of accomplishment. You look back and think, “Wow, I can’t believe I just did that.”
That feeling? That’s the same feeling you’re going to have once you make it to the end of your weight loss journey. (Okay, without the extreme adrenaline rush, but you get the idea!)
At the beginning, it’s easy. You might even feel like you’re gliding through it. But as time goes on, that little voice in your head—your “boogie man”—is going to start playing tricks on you:
“It’s too slow.”
“This isn’t working.”
“I can’t do this.”
“I don’t have time.”
It’s a roller coaster. You’ll feel up one moment and down the next. Your motivation will fluctuate. And it’s easy to want to quit when things feel tough.
But here’s what you need to think: if you stick with it and make it to the end of that ride, it will absolutely be worth it.
I’ve been living this myself.
Since November, I’ve been losing an average of 300 grams a week. It’s been a slow and sometimes frustrating process, but I’m now 12 weeks in. And you know what? The compliments are starting to roll in:
“Hey Luke, have you lost weight? You’re looking leaner!”
And what I’ve learned along the way? Well, it’s the same thing I want to share with you.
Lower your expectations.
It’s going to take longer than you think. Probably three times longer than you originally imagined. But that’s the secret sauce.
It’s not about getting on the roller coaster and hoping it’s a smooth ride. It’s about sticking it out, even when you want to jump off. You’ve got to go longer than just the average 4 weeks when most people throw in the towel.
Give it 12 weeks. Stick with it. And I promise, you’ll surprise yourself.
You’re in control. It’s all about showing up, day after day, and giving it your best shot, no matter how long it takes.
So here’s my challenge: Commit for 12 weeks. I know it’s tough, but I also know that if you do, you’ll be amazed by what you accomplish.
And if you want some extra help, I’ve been having these conversations with clients all week. If you’re ready, come visit us for a 7-day trial. Let’s do this together.
You’ve got this!
Luke