Rest and Weight Loss

An important part of making progress is actually taking time off! The body needs time to regenerate itself into its new, leaner form. During exercise, muscle fibers are fatigued and need to be rebuilt. The body engages in rebuilding all of its cells during times of rest, especially sleep. Don't be surprised if you feel more tired and need more sleep recently after starting a new weight loss and exercise plan. Your body's craving for rest is healthy! Trust your intuition and give your body the rest it needs. You don't have to exercise to burn fat! The body is always burning fat, even during sleep. Of course, exercise increases the amount of fat the body burns, so it is a helpful part of any weight loss plan. But don't feel guilty if you take a day or two off from exercise. Rest and rebuild your body!

Write an affirmation right now:
I am in tune with my body's need for rest. When I rest, my body is regenerating itself into its new, leaner form!