Let's discuss patience for a minute.

This is a necessary trait for a weight loss program, because this can be full of ups and downs. Emotionally, physically, mentally. Be patient with yourself.

We had a client come see us one time who was drinking 12 sodas a day. Other than that, he looked completelly fit and healthy. I talked with him about it, and a few months later he came to us and said he was down to 1-2 a day. He couldn't cut them completely, but that's the beauty of a program like this: it's just about getting better.

Remember: you didn't gain weight overnight. You won't lose it overnight, either. Keep being patient with yourself.

If you continue these lifestyle practices, you will live a healthier one, which will lead to a much better aging process.

Change takes time. Keep it up. If you need to go back and start something over, that is OKAY. Do it.

And here's a cool thing: there's no going back to square 1. You know too much and you know what it feels like to improve your health. What you're doing is working - just stay the course.