Most people agree -- losing weight is challenging. It's not only difficult to find the right balance between nutrition and exercise, but it's also hard to find the patience for legitimate weight loss. Most fad diets are either ineffective or...
New Year's resolutions often fail, largely because they tend to be broad and unrealistic. For instance, "I'll lose 30 pounds this year" is a broad goal. You'll have more success if you break down your resolution into specific steps you can take...
The new year is a time for resolutions, and one popular resolution is weight loss. Losing weight is difficult but attainable, particularly if you take some time before beginning your weight loss program to prepare. American Fitness Professionals...
Being overweight can not only be embarrassing, but it creates a whole host of medical conditions such as high cholesterol, heart disease, high blood pressure, gallbladder disease, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea and risk of stroke. You can prevent...
Weight loss goals set in January are so proverbial, they've become cliche. Rather than beating yourself up over previous failed attempts or jumping on board with a fad, "quick fix" diet---one reason for the redundancy of weight loss...
People often choose the New Year as a time to make resolutions, and according to a survey conducted by GNC, 38 percent of people who make New Year's resolutions want to lose weight. It's challenging to lose weight any time, but at the end of the...
When trying to lose weight as part of your New Year's resolution, the difference between success and failure often lies in the resources that you take advantage of. Luckily, you don't need to hire an expensive personal trainer, or in some cases,...
The desire to lose extra pounds has guided many people to pharmacies, health food stores and web-based companies as they seek products to help them keep their weight-loss resolutions. One weight-loss aid being marketed is Lipozene, a blend sold...
Fad diets, New Year's resolutions and TV commercial weight-loss gimmicks all have one thing in common--they play off the human desire to be healthy and fit in the absence of diet and exercise. Getting serious about diet and exercise is going to...
Making diet resolutions, especially as the New Year is ushered in, is nothing new for people who struggle with losing weight. There are many ways to go about making your resolution a reality. You may wish to take up physical exercise or begin to...
You can lose 40 lbs. quickly as long as you keep in mind that weight loss occurs one pound at a time. The more focused you are on your goals however, the easier it will be to stick to your diet and drop the extra weight. According to...
As a New Year's resolution, weight loss has become an old cliché. Yet three times as many people flock to the gym during January compared to the month of December. Some of these people may have a plan, but exercise is more than a plan. It's...
The beginning of a weight-loss program is often met with enthusiasm about setting and reaching goals. As the weight loss begins to slow and the process becomes more difficult, the motivation you initially felt may fade. Realistic weight-loss goals...
In spite of the claims made by proponents of "miracle diets" and "diet breakthroughs," the unvarnished fact is that to lose a pound of fat, you must burn 3,500 calories. This can occur either as a result of eating less than your caloric needs or...
If losing weight is a perpetual part of your New Year's resolutions, you may already feel overwhelmed with coming up with an adequate weight loss plan. Luckily, weight loss does not have to be difficult. In fact, successful weight loss can revolve...
Nothing can drain your motivation and resolve quite like a weight-loss plateau. When you've enjoyed a degree of success and suddenly you can't lose any more weight, your good habits can lapse as you feel depressed about your failure. Understanding...
Doctors recommend exercise for everyone, whether you want to lose weight, gain weight, get healthy or just be able to climb stairs without huffing and puffing. Exercise will reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and some cancers....
Weight loss is a common New Year's resolution. With this in mind, what can you do to make this year's resolution more successful than ones you have made in the past? One way to improve your odds of success is to choose food wisely. The only way to...
Whenever you perform a physical activity, whether it's walking, running, swimming or jumping rope, your body burns calories. Those calories come from a combination of energy sources, both carbohydrate and fat. Any activity you perform has the...
Your thyroid is a gland in the center of your neck that regulates and controls your metabolism and other functions. When your thyroid is healthy, your metabolism works at normal levels and your body temperature is regulated. If your thyroid is not...
Using a gym membership for the first time raises many questions. To prepare for the gym, find the information you need to achieve your workout goals, and know what tools you need to make your gym experience safe, enjoyable and effective. Your...
According to MentalHelp.net, New Year's resolutions are often forgotten or abandoned by the time February comes along. This is partly because people make resolutions that are too big or too overwhelming. Choosing the right resolutions and then...
Between holiday foods and your busy social schedule, it's understandably difficult to stay on your fitness regimen. However, the holiday season is the ideal time to continue pursuing your efforts because fitness can help to reduce the stress...
Making a checklist can be a major tool for goal setting. Whether you use pencil and paper, your computer or another electronic device, it can provide insight into potential problems as you move toward ultimate success. Each goal will require a...
No matter how faithfully you keep track of your food intake when you're eating at home or brown-bagging it at work, you may find it difficult to count calories when you dine at a restaurant. Don't worry, however---there are a few simple methods...
Whether weight loss is your New Year's resolution or if your clothes have begun to fit tighter than usual, you should start by setting a weight loss goal. However, once you develop your weight loss plan, it is important to track weight loss in...
If you are over the recommended weight range for your height, losing even a few pounds can help you reduce your risk of weight-related health problems such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine....
Temptation is everywhere. It starts with your alarm clock -- that dreaded blare begging you to hit the snooze button yet again. It joins you at the cafe, where the sight of chocolate-dipped pastries reduces your vigor for the veggie omelet...
When a new year rolls around, many people make the same resolution: to lose weight. Weight loss should be approached as a life adjustment since many people that lose those extra pounds quickly revert to their old eating habits. By taking things...
