5 Facts for Weight Loss Newbies
September 7, 2006
1. Your weight affects you in many ways other than your appearance:
Your overall quality of life;
self-esteem;
health risks;
depression;
and physical abilities are also influenced.
2. Think of all the positive changes you can experience by losing weight.
3. You will need to see your doctor for a physical if you haven't had one recently and you really should get her approval before starting a weight loss regime.
4. You should ask yourself these questions as you begin:
Why do you want to lose weight?
Are you truly committed? Do you have a support system set up?
Can you accept mistakes without giving up altogether?
5. To lose weight effectively, you will have to permanently change four aspects of your life:
1.) what you eat
2.) how you eat
3.) your behavior and
4.) your activity level.