You did it - you're here! You've made the commitment to yourself and we're so glad you did. Now what? While you're waiting to get started on the program, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're setting yourself up for success. 

First, Get in the Right Mindset

Now is the time to think about your approach to doing the HMR program. Your best results will come from committing to the full diet plan, right from Day 1. Follow the plan and don't eat off of it. This will have you on track to lose weight right away, which will motivate you to keep following the diet and lose the most weight.

Getting the best possible start to your diet also takes planning. Here are 4 steps you can take to make sticking to the program a lot easier. 

1. Save the Date and Plan Day One 

Pick the day you will start your weight-loss plan. Make sure you have no commitments during the first couple of weeks that might tempt you to go off the diet. Business trips, vacations, and big parties can make it challenging to stay 100% on the plan. Once you have picked a start day, take some time to plan what and when you will eat. Plan on eating every 2-3 hours throughout your day to stay ahead of hunger.

2. Prep your Pantry 

Go through your cabinets, pantry, and refrigerator. Get rid of temptations! It can also be helpful to clear out a cabinet or section of the pantry just for your HMR foods and diet-approved condiments for your entrees, and add-ins for your shakes. Review our Guide to Being In the Box for more details and use this Shopping List Inspiration to help you prep.

3. Spread the Word 

Talk to your friends and family about your plan - even if it feels hard. You don't have to go it alone - and social support will make it easier for you to stay committed to making lasting changes.

4. Start Moving 

Increasing your physical activity before you even start the diet can help strengthen your commitment to losing weight. Just taking a 10-minute walk every day is a good start. Physical activity will help speed up your weight loss and can even have an immediate impact on your quality of life. 

Think of this as a time-limited opportunity to make your weight loss, and yourself, a priority, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

If you'd like more strategies, encouragement, and accountability, join our free weekly group coaching sessions! Send us an email at customerservice@hmrprogram.com and we'll help you find a time that works best in your schedule.