Ever feel like you’re doing everything right, but the scale just isn’t moving fast enough? Coach Jeri reminds us that lasting weight loss takes more than patience—it takes a willingness to keep showing up when the results aren’t happening as quickly as we’d like. With a fresh look at small wins, realistic goals, and the power of staying the course, this is your reminder that slow progress is still progress.
Hi, Coach Jeri here!
Have you ever heard the saying, “Good things come to those who wait”? And yet, one of the most common reasons people give up is frustration that the pounds aren’t coming off fast enough.
Logic seems to be ignored in this situation. Most will agree they didn’t gain weight overnight, so the idea that pounds will magically melt off and never come back is unrealistic. If you were taking golf lessons, would you expect to become a professional golfer after just a few lessons? Of course not. Everything takes time, new skills have to be learned, and we need to appreciate our progress, no matter how small.
Patience has the power to transform past frustrations into a livable, attainable lifestyle where we focus on what is truly important: better health.
It’s common to desire quick results, but sustainable changes take time. It is also vital for safe and lasting weight loss. Quick fixes often fail and can even harm your health. Focus on small, daily habits instead of fast results.
Too many people give up because the results aren’t coming as quickly as they would like instead of renewing their commitment to keep going. If you are honestly following your plan, tracking, weighing, and measuring, you will see results. They may not happen as quickly as we would like, but they will happen.
Learn to accept what your body is willing to do at its own pace. It’s not important how fast or how long it takes. What matters is that you are moving in the right direction toward better health. Once you start building success in small increments, you will create momentum that leads to lasting changes.
Here are some tips to dig into when your patience starts to wane:
Even though the process can sometimes seem endless, what feels impossible long term can be tackled one day at a time, or even one hour at a time.
Success isn't just about the food. When you do something that makes you feel good, repeat it and incorporate it into your life. Celebrate your victories along the way. Over time, you will realize that sensible eating and lifestyle adjustments are no longer daunting tasks. They simply become part of your daily routine.
Little by little, the pounds will begin to come off, and your mindset will be in a better, healthier place.
It is also important to ignore the false advertising and gimmicks that promise fast weight loss. Many times, a quick loss is followed by a gain, along with feelings of guilt, self-loathing, and frustration.
Patience can be difficult, especially when we have such busy lives and live in a fast-paced world. We are used to having everything happen quickly, but lasting change doesn't work that way.
You don't have to solve all your issues at once. Small, consistent efforts will lead to significant and lasting change. With patience, reflection, and a positive mindset, you will find that your staying power grows stronger and impatience no longer interferes with your progress.
Remember, it doesn't matter how quickly you reach your destination. What matters is that you continue moving in the right direction.
August 14, 2026
