Excuses We Tell Ourselves for Not Losing Weight

Why do we lie to ourselves? I'll tell you why: Because losing weight and getting in shape takes effort. Maybe we don't want to give up our greasy foods and sweets. We don't like spending hours a week at the gym when we could be doing so many other things. Of course on the other hand, we shouldn't be too hard on ourselves. Our lethargic culture makes it very difficult to maintain a healthy weight. We just shouldn't be using that and other things as an excuse to live an unhealthy lifestyle.

If you are less than 10 pounds over your healthy weight range, it may not be a serious issue. However, over time, that 10 pounds will turn into 30 pounds if you aren't careful. Being obese carries a lot of health issues, especially when we get older.

Don't get me wrong, because I'm just as guilty. My pants will feel tighter and I'll see a few extra pounds on the scale. I tell myself it's bloat or the dryer shrunk my pants. Deep down I know it isn't true and lying to myself isn't going to do me any favors.

Here are my top six excuses for not losing weight. Are you guilty of any of these fibs?

For women, this is a common excuse to use during our time of month. Although many of us females gain a couple of pounds because of our periods, it's just that- a couple.

I've also heard men use this excuse. They usually blame it on drinking a few beers.

The reason our metabolism decreases with age is because we don't move around as much as we get older. Most of us have desk jobs, come home and sit around the television with our families. A slowing metabolism has to do with a lack of exercise and not with age.

It may be a bit more challenging for a person who comes from a family that has a history of obesity. You shouldn't feel doomed to be overweight for the rest of your life because of it. If you work out and eat right. Your metabolism will stay high.

Little changes make a big difference. Make sure to subtract an unhealthy item from each meal and add a piece of fruit or veggie in place of it. Walk on your lunch break, play with your pets or with your children. It may not happen overnight, but the weight will slowly start to come off when you make healthier choices.

Haha, this is my favorite excuse! If you really think your dryer is to blame, try on your other clothes to see if they still fit and get on the scale. Sometimes the dryer really is the culprit, but most of the time, it is just easier to blame the dryer!

Sure, this one could actually be true. Most scales are off by a few pounds. Tape measures never lie. If you really think the scale is off get out your tape measure and check your measurements.

A family member of mine was severely obese and nothing helped him lose weight until he started seeing his doctor. If this is the case, it is quite possible you may have a health issue that may be preventing you from losing weight. See your doctor and have him or her run some tests.

We should all try to stay within our weight range. Even a few pounds over is still okay since we all have different body types. Not only will we look our best, we will feel our best and will be less prone to health issues. So let's stop making excuses and get healthy!