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There are weight-loss guides. And then there are holistic<\/em> weight-loss guides.<\/p>\n

The goal might be similar\u2014to get fitter and slimmer\u2014but the approaches are quite different.<\/p>\n

The former is typically a \u201cone-size-fits-all\u201d strategy that tends to focus on diet and exercise for quick results. On the other hand, the latter is the opposite\u2014it considers the whole person and aims for lasting health and overall well-being.<\/p>\n

And the latter is the basis of Mindalley\u2019s official guide for accelerated holistic weight loss and muscle gain.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat we\u2019ve done is actually curated a very specific, a very exclusive list of 15 ways to accelerate the weight loss process<\/em>,\u201d explains Lorenzo Delano<\/strong>, the co-founder of Mindvalley\u2019s 10X Fitness<\/em> Quest.<\/p>\n

Developed by the company\u2019s Human Advancement Lab (HAL) and WILDFIT, the guide was originally crafted for the Mindvalley team based on the top science-based fitness principles so that they can reach their ideal weight and maintain a well-toned physique.<\/p>\n

And now, with access to it, you can, too.<\/p>\n

First off, what is holistic weight loss?<\/h2>\n

The holistic approach to health means your physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health are all taken into consideration. It comes from the idea that all aspects of your life are interconnected, so when one is out of whack, the rest follow suit. (The word \u201cholistic,\u201d after all, means to look at the bigger picture and address all areas of your life.)\u00a0<\/p>\n

Rather than just treating symptoms or diseases, the aim here is prevention and maintaining your health for longevity. The goals are for the long term, hence why it caters to the individual.<\/p>\n

So it may look like this: a mix of balanced nutrition<\/a>, regular physical activity, and mindfulness practices based on your body type. For example, if you\u2019re overweight, you may look into practicing mindful eating, doing circuit training, and engaging in meditation or journaling.<\/p>\n

This is very much the opposite of what many of us are taught\u2014count calories, go on a restrictive diet, and spend hours at the gym. Unfortunately, with one in eight people struggling with obesity<\/a>, traditional approaches are not sustainable weight-loss strategies.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In fact, one study<\/a> reveals that the odds of clinically obese men slimming down with diet and exercise alone are 1 in 210 in a given month. For women, it\u2019s 1 in 124 in a given year.<\/p>\n

On the plus side, though, the participants managed to drop 5% of their body weight. The downside to that is, they weren\u2019t able to keep it down, nor were they able to achieve their desired weight. And<\/em> half of those who dropped down regained it within two years, with more than 78% regaining it within five years.<\/p>\n

The bottom line? Going traditional might be a thing of the past. And holistic weight loss programs will step in to do what the others could not.<\/p>\n

So let\u2019s get into the 15 parts of this guide.<\/p>\n

Part 1: Food and nutrition<\/h2>\n

\u201cTraining without proper nutrition doesn\u2019t get you anywhere<\/em>,\u201d says Ronan Diego<\/strong>, a holistic health mentor and the co-founder of Mindvalley\u2019s 10X Fitness<\/em> Quest.<\/p>\n

However, he adds that it\u2019s not about depriving yourself of food or adopting complex diet plans. Rather, it\u2019s about wholesome, simple, nourishing meals.<\/p>\n

Nutrition is one of, if not the most crucial, aspects of the holistic weight loss plan. And this guide includes six science-based principles of nutrition that will improve your health and accelerate your weight loss and muscle gain.<\/p>\n

1. Break up with sugar and carbohydrates<\/a>
2. Eat sufficient protein<\/a>
3. Take fiber-rich foods<\/a>
4. Stay well hydrated<\/a>
5. Increase your fat burn with caffeine<\/a>
6. Don\u2019t get hungry<\/a><\/p>\n

Part 2: Physical activity<\/h2>\n

A slimmer waist is just a component of physical activity. Among other benefits, it enhances your mood, your brainpower, and your overall mobility.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur bodies are made to move and lift<\/em>,\u201d Ronan points out. \u201cIt\u2019s made for locomotion, it\u2019s made for play, and it\u2019s for carrying and lifting. And if we don\u2019t do these things, it\u2019s like the bird that doesn\u2019t fly.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n

The thing is, if your sole aim is to create a better body composition, you actually don\u2019t need to work out a lot; you just need a better system for exercising. So here are three incredibly effective workout methods for quick weight loss and muscle gain that you can check out in this guide.<\/p>\n

7. Strength training<\/a>
8. High-intensity interval training<\/a> (HIIT)
9. Work out in a fasted state<\/a><\/p>\n

Part 3: Sleep and mindfulness practices<\/h2>\n

The human brain, according to Ronan, isn\u2019t exactly wired for happiness. Rather, it\u2019s often in survival mode<\/a> to keep us safe at any given instance.<\/p>\n

So for any positive emotions to occur, like happiness, you\u2019d need to make conscious, daily choices. For example, cultivate self-love and self-respect so that you don\u2019t eat yourself to fulfillment.<\/p>\n

No doubt, getting rest and practicing mindfulness<\/a> are incredibly important. And here are the three most important steps we can take toward your desired body composition.<\/p>\n

10. Listen to your body<\/a>
11. Sleep a minimum of 8 hours every day<\/a>
12. Meditate your stress away<\/a>
13. Visualize your ideal body<\/a><\/p>\n

Part 4: Social influences<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s been said that we\u2019re like the five people closest to us. And it may just apply to our weight as well.<\/p>\n

One study<\/a> from 2007 suggests that the friends we\u2019re surrounded with literally influence our waist size. Its results found that if a person has an obese friend or family member, their chance of becoming so increases by 57%.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not so much that hanging out with heavier people will make you heftier. It\u2019s just that you\u2019d tend to follow the crowd unless you, yourself, have the willpower to avoid a sedentary life.<\/p>\n

In other words, if you\u2019re the smaller-sized person in the room and want to lose weight, then you might just be in the wrong room. But the good thing is, there are steps you can take to make healthy lifestyle changes.<\/p>\n

14. Develop a buddy system<\/a>
15. Seek the advice of an expert<\/a><\/p>\n

15 steps to holistic weight loss<\/h2>\n

Fitness is the most you can do for optimal well-being, according to Lorenzo. Health<\/a> is the minimum you need for normal functioning. And everything else that makes up this guide lies in between.<\/p>\n

Check out this video of him explaining how to use this list of 15 points to get the most out of this resource.<\/p>\n

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