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One day, my kids wanted to play on the trampoline and I couldnt, remembers Megan Politi.

The Whetstone mother of four says that seemingly small event was the impetus for her to adopt lasting lifestyle changes.

For some, the pressure for a summer body overrides the desire for overall improved health. For Politi, the two were hand in hand.

At the start of her weight loss journey three years ago, Megan -- who describes her height as fun size weighed 175 pounds. She immediately set a goal of losing between 40 and 50 pounds.

Shane Early aka The Diet Doc of Sierra Vista helps his clients become better versions of themselves using science based techniques that ensure both weight loss and health and wellness. He says mindfulness is the first step to getting a handle on diet.

It can be as simple as tracking the foods and times we eat, he said. Oftentimes, we do things habitually and don't even realize were doing them.

He goes on to say overly restrictive diets can lead to phenomenon he calls super compensation.

You may lose eight pounds on that restrictive diet, but once you start eating again, youll gain back that eight and then some, he said.

While its nearly impossible to out exercise a bad diet, physical activity is a key component to lasting change. Early says many of the same principles for maintaining a good diet apply to a successful exercise program.

Consistency is key, but choose activities you enjoy. This is what makes the exercise and weight loss sustainable, he said, adding that running, weight lifting, swimming and even playing with grandchildren are all options.

Really, anything that gets you moving more than you otherwise would works.

Politi makes fitness a family affair. I love when my boys join me, she said. When shes not taking them to local parks, her children often accompany her to group fitness classes around town.

But that doesnt mean she hasnt fallen for the occasional get slim quick shortcut.

Oh, there was my slimming colon cleanse ordeal, laughs Politi. Worst mistake of my life! I dont think I even left the bathroom, much less the house for a whole day.

After that escapade, I was like no, were just going to have to do it the right way.

The Diet Doc has heard of the cleanses and more.

Oh! There are so many, he said of the gimmicks. Shakes, juicing and wraps seem to popular right now. Ive heard of coffee enemas, water pills, so many kinds of pills...

In the end, The Diet Doc says a successful weight loss journey includes consistent exercise, a sensible diet and forgiveness.

People tend to be hard on themselves when they mess up, he shares. I ask them if they would take to their best friends the same way they talk to themselves.

Politi agrees. Diet and exercise have helped her lose 30 pounds so far.

Negative self-talk doesnt work, she said. Everybody is going to try that quick fix or a crazy diet.

Eventually, you realize youre just going to have to work for it.

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No magic pill: Diet and exercise equal successful weight loss - Sierra Vista Herald

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