For people who have always been overweight, reaching a weight at which levels of triglycerides, blood sugar, blood pressure and energy improve is a realistic goal. It's important to get the proper nutrition while trying to lose the extra pounds. It's important to remember that it's not enough to eat healthful foods and exercise for a few weeks or several months. These behaviors need to be incorporated into your lifestyle. This involves changing the behaviors that make you overweight to begin with.
Lifestyle changes involve taking a good look at eating habits and daily routine.
Making a healthier lifestyle should be the primary motivation, not the number of pounds to lose. Setting short term goals which are realistic can help people stay motivated and committed to a weight loss program. Luke's Hospital's Simple Success for Weight Control program focuses primarily on behavioral change.