Virtual Coaching Can Accommodate Weight Loss Needs… NOW!

MRC at Home coaching for weight loss needs to be put in context of the times that we are living through with the coronavirus pandemic. Weight loss specialist are not trying to create alternatives to traditional programs but are accommodating the needs people have right now. The COVID-19 pandemic is exposing people to new ways of doing things and forcing weight loss providers to develop new strategies for delivering education, support, and encouragement for those engaged in a weight loss journey. A key to successful remote coaching is to cultivate the virtual relationship with client to deliver the same level of education, support, encouragement, and celebration while primarily interacting remotely. After all, losing weight from home saves time and money at a time when both are scarce. The creation and execution of a successful weight loss plan requires an investment of effort on the both the client and coach, whether the education and guidance is provided face-to-face or delivered by applying the latest technologies available.

If you need to shed unwanted pounds due to pandemic weight gain, an actionable plan that delivers remote support for personalized motivation and accountability can restore your confidence and put you back in control of your well-being by considering these needs:

• ADDRESS MAJOR DISTRACTIONS - The two major distractions to eating a meal or snack are televisions and computers. Far too many people during the pandemic are grabbing a meal and sitting down in front of an electronic device while they eat.
• MAINTAIN A REALISTIC VIEW - Having MRC at Home support and remote coaching to help you track your progress as move forward can help you maintain a realistic view and stay motivated throughout your weight loss journey.
• AVOID PORTION DISTORTION - A portion size is the amount of food that you chose to eat for a meal or snack. Since this can be smaller or larger than a recommended serving, use the recommendations on the nutrition facts label when starting your journey.
• PREVENT WEIGHT REGAIN - If you are overweight but do not have factors that indicate a higher risk of chronic health conditions, it is crucial that you do not gain any more weight. Even amount of weight gain could quickly increase your risk of developing a lifelong disease.

Since you are living and working a few feet away from your kitchen, you can’t keep wandering in and rummaging for food. Establishing a routine and eating at designated mealtimes only will help you maintain a sense of normalcy as you launch your weight loss journey. Shedding pandemic pounds requires a personal weight loss journey, so do not consider a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, look for a diet plan that is personalized for dietary needs and provides remote support. Although some COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted, the virus still poses a threat to everyone’s heath. Keeping your immune system strong is an equal priority to shedding unwanted pounds. That means a balanced eating plan is essential for safe weight loss. Factors like the amount of weight gain and problems with your current eating habits can affect how long it takes to see results. Nonetheless, if you stick to a personalized menu plan, you start to notice results within a couple of weeks.

At Metabolic Research Center, you have your own long distance coach to help you improve your adherence to a personalized menu plan that will fuel your body.