1) Go
to a Movie.
Watching
a comedy or drama can take your mind off your body and food.
2) Try
Yoga.
Toning and
stretching movements, as well as deep-breathing
exercises,
help you feel relaxed and rejuvenated. "Yoga is fabulous
for losing
weight and keeping it off. You lose weight because
yoga reduces
stress, improves your body image and self-esteem
and strengthens
your concentration and will power.
3) Stay
Alert with Music.
If you're
craving an energy-robbing high fat or sugary treat, now
is the time
to turn on classical music to kick your brain into high
gear.
Yes, classical. One study reported that listening to Mozart
helped college
students score higher on IQ tests. Why does it
work?
The reason seems to be the high frequencies in classical
music that
are in the bandwidth.said to be the best for improving
concentration.
4) Don't
Worry Be Happy.
Rather than
eat for pleasure, get your happy fix via music and
friends.
Much as Ally McBeal and her co-workers use personal
theme songs
to motivate and make themselves happy, you can
use music
to boost your spirits and self esteem.
5) Escape
a Bath.
Add
eucalyptus or mint oil to your bath to recharge your energy.
6) Meditate
Meditation
can help you clear your mind and enhance your mental aleartness.
7) Read.
Grab a novel
or some magazines, find a comfy spot and indulge your mind.
8) Avoid
Daily Weigh Ins.
Weighing
yourself is fine once a week or every few weeks, but
you can
actually set yourself back if you weigh in on a daily basis.
If you have
a bad scale day - because of temporary water weight
or an overindulgence
the night before. It can put you in a bad mood
and set
you up to ruin your future diet and exercise efforts. |