Honoring God with Our Health: The Simplicity of Weight Loss
G2G Family,
In today’s world, health companies and fitness brands often overcomplicate the journey of weight loss. They sell products, programs, and “miracle solutions” that make it seem like losing weight is a mysterious process. But the truth is much simpler.
At its core, weight loss comes down to three key principles:
1. Calorie Deficit – You must consume fewer calories than your body burns. That is the foundation. To start, calculate your daily calorie needs using this free tool:
Calorie Calculator: https://www.calculator.net/calorie-calculator.html
Once you have your number, make sure you do not go over it. It is a general guideline, but it is a great place to begin.
2. Proper Exercise – Strength training and cardio both help maintain/build muscle, improve heart health, and make you feel strong.
3. Proper Recovery – Rest and sleep are just as important as what you eat and how you move.
In fact, even without exercising, weight loss is possible through calorie deficit alone. However, it often leaves you feeling weaker, less energized, and less fulfilled. Exercise and recovery help you feel your best as your body changes.
A practical next step is to begin logging your meals consistently. A free and effective app is MyFitnessPal, which allows you to track your food intake. Be honest and thorough, and log everything, including cooking oils and small snacks. These little details add up and make all the difference.
Weight loss is not about gimmicks. It is about discipline, consistency, and stewardship of the body God has entrusted to us.
The Bible reminds us of this truth in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20:
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.”
As we honor God in our spiritual walk, let us also honor Him in our physical health. By taking small, consistent steps, we can build stronger bodies, clearer minds, and more joyful lives in service of the Lord.
In our next wellness post, we will explore a biblical diet and how the early Christians approached eating!
Let finish the week strong G2G Family.
In today’s world, health companies and fitness brands often overcomplicate the journey of weight loss. They sell products, programs, and “miracle solutions” that make it seem like losing weight is a mysterious process. But the truth is much simpler.
At its core, weight loss comes down to three key principles:
1. Calorie Deficit – You must consume fewer calories than your body burns. That is the foundation. To start, calculate your daily calorie needs using this free tool:
Calorie Calculator: https://www.calculator.net/calorie-calculator.htmlOnce you have your number, make sure you do not go over it. It is a general guideline, but it is a great place to begin.
2. Proper Exercise – Strength training and cardio both help maintain/build muscle, improve heart health, and make you feel strong.
3. Proper Recovery – Rest and sleep are just as important as what you eat and how you move.
In fact, even without exercising, weight loss is possible through calorie deficit alone. However, it often leaves you feeling weaker, less energized, and less fulfilled. Exercise and recovery help you feel your best as your body changes.
A practical next step is to begin logging your meals consistently. A free and effective app is MyFitnessPal, which allows you to track your food intake. Be honest and thorough, and log everything, including cooking oils and small snacks. These little details add up and make all the difference.
Weight loss is not about gimmicks. It is about discipline, consistency, and stewardship of the body God has entrusted to us.
The Bible reminds us of this truth in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20:
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.”
As we honor God in our spiritual walk, let us also honor Him in our physical health. By taking small, consistent steps, we can build stronger bodies, clearer minds, and more joyful lives in service of the Lord.
In our next wellness post, we will explore a biblical diet and how the early Christians approached eating!
Let finish the week strong G2G Family.
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