5 Tips for Creating Your Own Diet Plan

September 25, 2015

Although there are a number of diet plans available that others have created, devising your own can have very positive results since it is designed specifically for you and your particular lifestyle. Plus, it’s fairly easy too as long as you follow these five tips:

Think long term. Normally people think of diets as only being temporary, but if your goal is to keep the weight off after you lose it, then you need to come up with a diet plan that you are willing to follow for the rest of your life.

Give yourself room for treats. Probably the #1 reason that most diet plans fail is that they are too rigid and don’t allow for a treat every once in a while. Therefore, creating a diet plan that enables you to enjoy birthday cake, office potlucks, and your favorite holiday foods is key to making your diet plan a success.

Change your focus. Instead of concentrating on the foods that you have to take out of your diet, spend more time thinking about the foods that you need to put in to keep you positive and moving forward. Usually this means adding more fruits, veggies, lean protein sources, and water to your daily diet.

Be flexible. While some people thrive when on a strict eating plan, sometimes life just happens and even the best-developed plan isn’t possible. So, the more flexible you are with your diet, the less inclined you will be to give up when you’re not able to follow it exactly.

Incorporate variety. The last thing you want to do is get bored on your diet, so make sure you include a variety of healthy foods to prevent this from happening. You may even want to take a healthy cooking course to learn new recipes to keep you excited about nutritious foods.

Follow these five tips and you’ll be well on your way to creating your own successful diet plan. What are some other tips that you think should be included on this list?

Back to blog

Holistic Fitness: Integrating Body, Mind, and S...

Is it just about having a toned body, or does fitness mean something else? Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be fit? Holistic fitness goes beyond the...

Holistic Fitness: Integrating Body, Mind, and S...

Is it just about having a toned body, or does fitness mean something else? Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be fit? Holistic fitness goes beyond the...
What is Tongkat Ali recommended for?

Curious about Tongkat Ali? You're not alone! This ancient Southeast Asian herbal remedy has been touted to boost male fertility, relieve stress, and even improve body composition. But what does...

What is Tongkat Ali recommended for?

Curious about Tongkat Ali? You're not alone! This ancient Southeast Asian herbal remedy has been touted to boost male fertility, relieve stress, and even improve body composition. But what does...
How to Boil Neem Leaves

Boiling neem leaves to make a beneficial neem water infusion is a simple process. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it: How to Boil Neem Leaves Ingredients: Fresh...

How to Boil Neem Leaves

Boiling neem leaves to make a beneficial neem water infusion is a simple process. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it: How to Boil Neem Leaves Ingredients: Fresh...