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Before you start…
- Make sure you have a pen and paper handy. You will be asked to complete simple, written tasks as you go along.
- Allow time to work through the whole topic, preferably without distractions – 30 minutes should be plenty.
Watch the video
For your convenience, you can watch a short video covering the topic below.
Why are you doing this?
Write why you want to make changes in your eating and exercise habits. Then think carefully why it is important to you, to make these changes.
- Think about and write down the reasons why you want to make changes to your lifestyle.
- Speak to friends and family and get their perspective.
- Keep this list visible – this will be your reminder when things get tough.
Track your meals with a Food Diary
Get yourself a notebook and use it for all things Live Better. Start your food diary using the Healthy Eating Plate as a guide.
- Record all the food you eat and drinks – including meals and snacks.
- Remember to add how you feel after eating/ drinking.
- Keep it simple – so you do it. You can add more information as you get used to it.
Track your exercise with an Exercise Diary
Keep an exercise diary to track your exercise.
- Use your notebook so all your data is in one place and easy to find.
Track Your Body Changes
Keeping a track of progress is important.
Get and recieve support
Join the WhatsApp Live Better Community group
Tools to Help
- Review Form – complete your review online before you attend the Review Coaching Session so you are prepared for the session.
- Download the Live Better booklet – all the topics and information in one pdf.