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    SOAR!A Guide To Unbridled EnergyBetter Health, And Enjoying

    The Life You Deserve!

    ByMelanie Thomassian

    Registered Dietitian

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    Table of Contents Page

    Are You Ready to Change?.....................................................................3Readiness to Change Quiz: How Do You Measure Up?........5Who Are You Accountable to?..............................................................17Are Previous Failures Hindering You?........................................21Having a Positive Attitude to Change..............255 Easy Steps to Challenge a Negative Attitude........29Overcoming Limiting Beliefs..................33Committing to Change for 30 Days...............38Setting Useful Goals for Success..............43Change Begins NOW!................................................................................508 Step Checklist to a New You..................53The Author and Disclaimer..................56

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    Are You Ready to Change?Chapter 1

    Success consists of getting up just one more time than you fall.

    - GOLDSMITH

    Have you tried to lose weight before, but to no avail?

    Perhaps youre guilty of setting half-hearted resolutions to change

    your lifestyle, but with no real commitment?

    Ive done this in the past when Ive said, I think Ill exercise today.

    Then I start right into it, jogging, stretches, push-ups, the wholeworks.

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    I may keep this up for a week or so, but ultimately cave in, with my

    exercise routine going out the window.

    Now I realise what my problem was, I had failed to plan properly.

    This is a major mistake many people make when aspiring to lifestyle

    changes.

    Think about this, you couldnt go to a foreign country without a

    certain amount of preparation, could you?

    Im sure you wouldnt dream of turning up at the airport

    demanding to get on a plane which you hadnt even booked.

    Yet, when it comes to changing habits that weve held most of ourlives, we dont take time to plan beforehand, and then we wonder

    why it is so difficult.

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    Readiness To Change Quiz: How Do

    You Measure Up?So, you want to change your lifestyle for the better?

    Before you begin, its worth checking to make sure youve got what

    it takes to be successful.

    To test your readiness to change, answer the 8 simple questions

    below, and then add up the corresponding numbers in the right-

    hand column to find out your result.

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    1. How would you describe your attitude to change right now?

    Enthusiastic 3Half-hearted 2Resistant 12. How do you rate your chances of reaching your goals?

    Excellent 3Good 2Poor 1

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    3. Which statement best describes your thoughts about healthy

    eating?

    Im keen to start making better choices 3I have good intentions, but usually give up 2Flavour is more important than nutritional value 14. How do you feel about being more physically active?

    Good, I really enjoy exercise 3I dont mind either way 2Bad, I really hate exercising 1

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    5. Which of the following statements best describes you?

    When I decide to do something, I do it 3I have good intentions, but my will is sometimes weak 2I get disheartened easily 16. If overweight, what are your thoughts about losing weight?

    Ive been trying to exercise and eat healthier, but its hard 3I need to lose weight, and Im thinking about how to do it 2My friends and family keep telling me to lose weight, but I 1dont think its a big deal

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    7. How do you deal with stress in your daily life?

    Very well 3Fairly well 2I get easily discouraged 18. Think about the people closest to you. How will they react to

    your decision to change old habits?

    Enthusiastically 3Sceptically 2Negatively 1

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    Now add up your score and lets find out how you did. If you score15

    or more, youre ready for lifestyle change.

    However, if you scored lower, its no cause for alarm.

    Many people rate their abilities much lower than reality, particularly

    in the early stages of change, when you feel unsure of your

    capabilities.

    Read the comments below relating to each of the eight questions, to

    help boost your confidence in your readiness to change.

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    1. Attitude to Change

    If your enthusiasm is lacking, quickly note down the benefits youcan expect from changing unhealthy habits.

    Beside this write down any obstacles can you think of some

    solutions to these obstacles?

    If you can, it will help you to begin working towards those benefitsyou listed, rather than focusing on the negative aspects of change.

    2. Reaching Your GoalsDespite what you may already think of your chances to change old

    habits, many people are successful in achieving and maintaining a

    new healthier lifestyle.

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    Whos to say you wont be successful as well? This book has been

    designed with you in mind!

    3. Thoughts About Healthy EatingHaving a plan to eat healthier is a good place to start, but you need

    to put that plan into action.

    If you found healthy eating difficult in the past, why was that

    Perhaps learning the benefits of a healthy lifestyle would be useful.

    Many people find when they learn more about health, it becomes

    easier for them to reach their goals, because they have a better

    understanding of what this good health will mean for them in

    reality.

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    4. Being Physically Active

    Thankfully, being more physically active doesnt necessarily meanslogging away at the gym, if that isnt your thing.

    There are lots of activities to suit each personality, for example

    cycling, swimming, team sports, Pilates, or even gardening.

    Also, take every opportunity to add more movement into your dailylife, by trying to be more active.

    Simple activities like taking the stairs, or going for a 10-minute walk

    at lunchtime, can really add up over the course of a week.

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    5. Describing YourselfMany people put the blame on their poor willpower when trying to

    implement change.

    However, it has to be said thatwillpower is only a very small part.

    Actually having a plan of action, with suitable goals, and

    encouragement from those around you, are better strategies to rely

    on, than a changeable willpower.

    6. Thoughts About Losing WeightIf others are making the decision about your weight loss, you need

    to stop and ask yourself, Does weight loss really mean something to

    me personally?

    Theres absolutely no point making goals to change, if you are not

    ready for it at this point.

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    This book is designed to help you put your personal goals into

    action, but you must want it personally.

    7. Dealing With StressWe all face stress in our lives. However, it is how you choose to deal

    with this stress, that will determine the effect it will have on your

    overall wellbeing.

    Later in this book we will be looking at ways to foster a more positive

    attitude, which can help you overcome some of the challenges that

    arise in life.

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    8. Your Support NetworkHaving a solid support network is very important, when you are

    changing your lifestyle.

    However, if your friends and family arent supportive, dont worry.

    By getting out and about in your community, you can find

    alternative sources of support.

    Remember, this is your opportunity to make the changes that will

    benefit your health for life.

    Do it your own way, with or without the help of those around you.

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    Who Are You Accountable To?Chapter 2

    Accountability is one of the major keys to lifestyle change.

    If you are ready to begin changing your old habits, tell others about

    it.

    This means telling your family, friends, co-workers, your doctor, and

    even writing about it on Facebook, Twitter, or your own website.

    If possible, ask someone to be your motivation buddy.

    You may even want to set aside a particular day each week when you

    check-in with them.

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    This would be a good time to set one or two goals for the week ahead,

    and assess the previous weeks successes and difficulties.

    It doesnt necessarily need to be a face-to-face meeting. It could be a

    quick telephone call, email, or text message.

    Just choose something that works for you, and sits well with your

    schedule.

    If you do have a blog, perhaps you could hold a weekly check-in with

    your readers.

    This is a great way to get tips and advice from others who

    understand the difficulties you face, and to encourage one another.

    People love to know that theyre not alone. That others, just like you,

    are also working hard to achieve personal goals.

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    Try displaying your weekly goals somewhere visible.

    For example, on your desk, on the refrigerator, or on the bathroom

    mirror, so that each time you see them youre reminded of what you

    want to achieve.

    You may be thinking, Ive tried this before, and it didnt work!

    But, have you considered that your thought process may have been

    faulty in the past?

    Theres no doubt about it, the mind is extremely powerful, but with

    the correct attitude, you can accomplish those lifestyle changes

    youve dreamt about.

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    In fact, you already have everything you need to be successful this

    time.

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    Are Previous Failures Hindering You?Chapter 3

    We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a

    habit.

    - ARISTOTLE

    As we go through life, there are many things that simply dont go

    according to plan.

    How do you feel about these? Do you accept them? Or, do you think

    of them as failures?

    Unhealthy thoughts about previous attempts to change your

    lifestyle can be amajor hindrance to your current progress.

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    Imagine a little child trying to take its first steps.

    How many times will the child fall down, get back up again, fall

    down, and get back up? Its countless Im sure.

    But, can you imagine what would happen if that child gave up after a

    few attempts? Thinking, Its no good, I just cant do it, why even

    try?

    Well, that would be disastrous, wouldnt it?

    Yet as adults,were often so quick to give up when things get tough,

    thinking well simply never be successful.

    This is what I want you to challenge.

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    Michael Jordan once said,

    Ive missed more than 9000 shots in my career. Ive lost almost 300

    games. 26 times, Ive been trusted to take the game winning shot

    and missed. Ive failed over and over and over again in my life. And

    that is why I succeed.

    Did you get that? He said, And that is why I succeed.

    Michael Jordan didnt let his so-called failures hinder his current

    progress.

    But rather, he allowed them to make him a stronger player, and

    therefore he was successful.

    If youve previously tried to make lifestyle changes, but have fallen

    away after a short time, you have already achieved something,

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    because each time you tried, you moved closer to actually getting

    what you want.

    Gaining more skills, knowledge and strength each time.

    What do you do when things dont work out according to plan? Do

    you quit at the first sign of difficulty?

    Regardless of previous difficulties, in future when things dont go

    well for you, Id like you to view these difficulties as challenges.

    These challenges can teach you something positive this is what

    will help you to succeed.

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    Having A Positive Attitude ToChange

    Chapter 4

    Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, youll start

    having positive results.

    - NELSON

    If I said to you, Dont think of purple giraffe. Especially not one with

    white spots. What happens?

    You probably think of a purple giraffe with white spots, right?

    This is because you must first imagine the giraffe in your mind,

    before you can even begin to understanding the dont.

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    Very often when people begin a new diet they tell themselves, Dont

    eat cookies. Dont even think about eating those potato chips.

    Dont think about food.

    Does that sound familiar? How successful are you in not doing

    those things?

    My guess would be, not very successful.

    In actual fact, by always saying what you dont want, you send

    confusing messages to your brain, and the result is that you keep

    getting what you dont want.

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    Challenging Negative ThoughtsId like you to begin challenging negative thoughts when they arise,

    with the understanding that they are ofno benefit to you.

    So, rather than saying, Ive really blown it today, Im useless at this.

    Instead try, Today was only one day in the year, tomorrow is

    another day.

    Can you see how much more positive the last statement was?

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    Having anegative attitude can have a huge impact on your overall

    health and wellbeing.

    For some though, negativity has been a lifelong habit, so how do you

    go about changing that inner bad language?

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    Steps To Challenge A NegativeAttitude

    Chapter 5

    Here are 5 ways to start challenging negativity:

    1. Commit To Positive Thinking

    When you wake up each day, give yourself a mini pep talk...

    What do you want to achieve? How will you react to annoying

    situations? How do you plan to avoid negative thoughts?

    Remember, thinking positive is a habit. This means you can learn to

    do it.

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    2. Notice NegativityThis may seem a little obvious, but when you become aware of the

    negativity in your attitude, you become more conscious of your

    internal thoughts.

    When you do that, you can immediately challenge this behaviour.

    3. Record Negative ThoughtsMake a record of any negative comments in your journal.

    Do you notice a pattern in your thoughts? Is it related to work, other

    people, your health? How can you begin to challenge this

    behaviour?

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    4. Avoid Limiting BeliefsThese are statements, such as I cant do this. Instead try saying,

    How can I do this? or How is this possible?

    This way you become more open to new possibilities and solutions.

    In difficult circumstances try to see opportunities to learn, grow,

    and experience, rather than focusing on the negative.

    5. Focus On What You Can ChangeOften circumstances arise that are completely out of our control.

    No matter how much you worry, though, you wont be able to change

    it.

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    Instead, focus on what you can change.

    Maybe you could put your energy into learning a new skill, starting

    a support group in your community, or try discussing your

    concerns with a friend, or health professional.

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    Overcoming Limiting BeliefsChapter 6

    What are your goals?

    Maybe one of your goals is to be fitter and healthier than youve ever

    been? What would that be like for you?

    Perhaps its to have more

    energy. To fit into your old

    clothes again. Or, to be able to

    play with your kids without

    getting out of breath?

    For me, its about avoiding bad

    health later in life, preventing

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    Action Point

    What motivates you towards your goals?

    Write down 3 reasons.

    This will help you to remove the noise of

    that which is less important, and focus on

    what really matters.

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    weight gain, and just possessing the vitality to enjoy life.

    This is what motivates me to continue following a healthy lifestyle.

    Changing the habits of a lifetime can seem frightening, and almost

    impossible at times.

    When I think of difficult challenges, it reminds me of how I

    overcome my fear of playing piano for a large crowd of people.

    I have been playing the piano since I was a child.

    However, when someone would ask me to play for them Id tense up,

    alarm bells going off inside my head, and Id hear that little voice

    inside saying, You cant do it, youll make mistakes, and it will

    sound terrible.

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    This went on for many years, and I began to accept it as something I

    would never be able to change.

    In fact, I didnt even know how to change it.

    Then my husband and I moved to Australia, and the lack of a pianist

    at our church forced me into having to play.

    Yes, I was extremely nervous, and I did make some mistakes. But, do

    I regret taking the plunge? No way!

    Do you know, I actually enjoy playing now.

    By taking steps that forced me outside my comfort zone, Ive

    achieved something I didnt think I could do in a million years.

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    So, with each new challenge that faces me, I try to overcome it with a

    commitment and determination to succeed.

    Very often when you attempt to change old habits, limiting beliefs

    begin surfacing. These are the negative thoughts that say, Ill

    probably muck up. Im destined to be fat. Or, Im just no good.

    Lets say your limiting belief is,

    I dont know how to eat

    healthy.

    This is alearned skill, and

    therefore it is possible to learn

    new skills that will contain the

    solution to your current

    problem.

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    Action PointWhat limiting beliefs are holding you

    back from achieving your goals?

    Write them down.

    This helps you to be honest with yourself,

    and face whatever challenges you,

    instead of acting like they dont exist.

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    Here are a few suggestions:

    Commit 10 minutes each day for 30 days to learning more

    about healthy eating.

    Buy books, magazine, and read websites such as Dietriffic.com.

    Study pictures of healthyportion sizes, or weigh out each meal

    until you become familiar with what a portion of food is.

    Visit a trained professional for specialised help.

    Join an online support group.

    Do you see how easy it could be to learn new skills that help you

    overcome whatever difficulties you face?

    These are skills that will help you for the rest of your life.

    Isnt it worth investing a few months of your time right now to

    overcome your limitations?

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    Committing To Change For 30 DaysChapter 7

    A nail is driven out by another nail. Habit is overcome by habit.

    - ERASMUS

    Research tells us that people who make permanent changes to their

    eating and exercise habits, are much more likely to lose weight and

    keep it off, than those who look for a quick fix solution.

    You cant expect permanent results from temporary changes.

    Therefore, it is important that you only adopt lifestyle changes,

    which you can maintain for the rest of your life.

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    Lets say you want to begin a new exercise program, or healthy

    eating plan.

    If youve tried it before, youll already know that getting started can

    be very difficult.

    However, once youve overcome the initial inertia, it does get easier

    to keep going.

    Often its overpowering to think about making changes, and having

    to stick with them every day for the rest of your life.

    The more you think about it as something permanent, the more you

    begin resisting change.

    So, rather than dwelling on making changes that will last a lifetime,

    how about making atemporary change say for 30 days?

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    After this time if it doesnt work you can easily go back to your old

    habits.

    Could you try it out for 30 days?

    Its a little bit like being offered a 30-day money back guarantee.

    The commitment is temporary; merely one month out of your life.

    And, imagine the health benefits youll enjoy in that time.

    Essentially you could use this method in any area of your life.

    Learning a new skill. Keeping a

    tidy desk. Practising the habit of

    positivity. Being a better friend.

    Or, becoming an early riser.

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    Action Point

    Choose one bad habit that youd like to

    change, and focus on it for 30 days.

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    If you are serious about changing old habits, its important that you

    allow adequate time for new habits to become firmly ingrained.

    This is why trying a new habit for at least 30 days is a good idea,

    giving you a greater chance of being successful long-term.

    Remember that lifestyle change is a process.

    It took years to get to where you are right now, and it will probably

    take months, maybe even years, before you finally move into a stage

    of maintaining new behaviors.

    Be patient with yourself.

    Its not impossible to change old habits, though. In fact, it is very

    possible indeed.

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    By committing to it for just 30 days, you will begin to find out just

    what you can achieve when you put your mind to it.

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    Setting Useful Goals For SuccessChapter 8

    Your goals are the road maps that guide you and show you what is

    possible for your life.

    - BROWN

    How do you feel about change right now?

    Past experience can lead you to believe that it is a difficult, almost

    impossible task.

    But, sometimes we focus too much on these difficulties, forgetting to

    notice when things are actually going well.

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    This is why keeping awritten record of what has been happening is

    extremely valuable, allowing you to appreciate your strengths, and

    perhaps highlighting those areas you need to work on.

    Setting appropriate goals is also extremely important, if you want to

    successfully change old habits.

    So, grab a pen and paper and lets make a plan of action for the

    weeks ahead...

    1. Choose one or two small goals to begin withSmall goals are easier to achieve, and will eventually build upon

    each other to help you reach your main goal at the end.

    2. State your goals in the positive, rather than negativeSay what you want, not what you dont want. Also, state how you aregoing to achieve them.

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    3. Set goals that are relevant to youThis may seem obvious, but it is a very important point.

    When you set goals that are significant to what you want, they

    instantlybecome more achievable.

    4. Set yourself a time scaleIf you are changing a habit of a lifetime, it will take time. So, allow

    yourself weeks, even months, rather than days. And, be patient with

    yourself.

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    You may say something like this:

    I want to exercise more.

    I will do this by walking after dinner for 30 minutes, five times

    each week.

    I will re-assess this goal after 30 days.

    Another example could be:

    I want to lose 1-2 pounds each week

    I will do this by cutting out chocolate, cookies, and soft

    drinks.

    I will reassess this goal after 30 days.

    5. Display your goals somewhere visibleThis will serve as a constant reminder of what you want, and how

    you plan to get it.

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    6. How does your current state of health affect you?Write about this in your journal, and read over it when you notice a

    relapse coming on.

    Or, perhaps you are trying to lose weight, and have a picture of

    yourself when you were heavier. You could use this as a powerful

    reminder of what you are moving away from.

    7. Plan AheadAre there circumstances that cause you to lapse into old habits?

    Maybe its a certain time of day, specific occasions, or particular

    foods?

    Write a list of these triggers in your journal how you can avoid, or

    overcome, high-risk situations in the future.

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    By simply having a plan of action you will immediately feel more

    confident and in control of the situation.

    8. Accept setbacks and move onThis means jumping back on the wagon as quickly as possible after

    a fall.

    Try to learn something positive from your experience.

    Most importantly accept yourself, and put it down to one of lifes

    experiences, rather than labelling it as another failure.

    9. Enlist the help of friends and familySurrounding yourself with a good support team can mean the

    difference between success, and failure.

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    They may be able to help you eat healthy, overcome temptations, or

    possibly exercise with you.

    If those around you arent being supportive, ask that they try, or beopen to making new friends by getting involved with local

    community events, or joining appropriate groups or clubs.

    10. Reward your successSet milestones for yourself. Then, when you reach them reward

    yourself with a non-food incentive, such as a new CD, a trip to the

    cinema, or a new item of clothing.

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    Change Begins NowChapter 9

    Habit is habit, and not to be flung out of the window by any man,

    but coaxed downstairs a step at a time.

    - TWAIN

    Its very common to go through a honeymoon period when

    beginning a new exercise plan or diet.

    This is when youre highly motivated, seeing results, feeling good

    about new changes, it almost feels like nothing will stop you.

    Unfortunately, this doesnt last forever.

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    But, studies have shown the longer you follow a healthy plan, with

    daily self-monitoring, the easier it gets to stick with long-term.

    As your body and mind begin to accept the new healthy lifestyle,over time you should find yourself developing strategies that keep

    you on track, and you will naturally begin to self-correct behaviour

    that isnt conducive with your new way of life.

    So,when things get tough, stick with it, and take encouragement

    from the fact that time will make things easier.

    Remember,your current path is creating your future for the next

    five, ten, even forty years.

    If you continue on the path youre currently on,what will your

    health be like? How will you look and feel?

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    If youre waiting for the right time to begin changing your

    lifestyle, whether its to lose weight, feel fitter, or give up smoking,

    that time is right now.

    Take control of your health.

    Commit to doing everything possible to change your future into a

    healthier, happier, more energetic one, from this day forward.

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    8 Step Checklist

    1. Write a list of goals youd like to achieve

    2. Choose one goal, and commit to it for 30 days.

    3. Tell others about your new lifestyle change.

    4. Get support from your friends, family, community groups, or online forums.

    5. Commit 10 minutes each day to finding out more information about health,fitness, or food.

    6. Journal your progress. Keep a food diary, record your weekly weight, monitor

    your physical fitness. You could also record any difficulties, and make

    suggestions for overcoming these.

    7. Maintain a positive attitude.

    8. Make a commitment to lean from whatever challenges you face.

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    By carefully reading the information in this book, completing the

    action points, and the checklist above, you will be well on your way

    to getting rid of those bad habits that hold you back once and for all.

    Id like to sincerelythank you for reading this book.

    For healthy eating and lifestyle tips, you can stay in touch with

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    comments, or suggestions.

    Best wishes as you continue on your journey to better health.

    Melanie x

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    About The Author

    Melanie Thomassian is a Registered Dietitian, and author ofDietriffic.com. In her spare time she also writes for the popular

    American based website Health Central.

    Melanie is extremely passionate about nutrition, believing the

    secret to better health lies in eating a wholesome diet, being more

    active every day, and simply enjoying what life has to offer.

    Her goal is to help others achieve a healthy lifestyle, without the

    need for fad diets, or extreme exercise regimens.

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    While every attempt has been made to achieve accuracy in the content

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