4 Ways To Workout Your Willpower For Weight Loss - Forbes

4 Ways To Workout Your Willpower For Weight Loss - Forbes: Most people think of willpower as a mysterious force that “lazy” people just don’t have enough of. In reality, willpower is more like a muscle – it can only take you so far. If your willpower is not trained, it can’t take on a heavy load. In fact, studies have shown that the brain has limited power to make decisions, and that minor decisions add up throughout the day, depleting our reserves. With your willpower depleted, you may find yourself stress-eating more frequently, or choosing a nap over a trip to the gym. The best way to change your habits, whether it’s waking up earlier or choosing a banana over a piece of pound cake, is to workout your willpower incrementally. Here are 4 ways to get started.