Losing weight is tough. For most people, it requires a change in diet, a change in exercise habits, and a change in attitude. (1)
l Set healthy goals.
If you’re overweight and want to change that, the first step is deciding what your target weight is. (2)
l Start small.
Making major behavior modifications(行为矫正)isn’t something that happens overnight. (3) Commit to eating 5 servings of vegetables a day and exercising 2 days a week for the first week, then add a little more each week.
l Track your diet and exercise.
Now it’s time to start working toward that goal. The best way to stick with your diet and exercise rules is to track it. (4) Or you can do it the old fashioned way and keep a written food and exercise journal. Find what works for you and write down what you’ve accomplished every day.
l (5)
Every month you should take a look at your goal and see what type of progress you’ve made toward accomplishing it. If you’re not where you want to be, make minor adjustments. Try doing different exercises or cutting back on certain types of foods that you may be eating too much of.
Losing weight and keeping it off is a highly personal thing. Find what works for you and stick with it.