In one survey, women cited appearance as a more important reason for losing weight than fitness, while the reverse was true for men. But, according to Judith Rodin, Ph.D., professor of medicine and psychiatry at Yale University, more and more women are beginning to embrace the fitness mentality. The look for the '90s woman is still lean, but now there is the added pressure to be fit. When it comes to losing weight and keeping it off, many Americans are called but few are successful. Exercise not only increases caloric expenditure, it increases feelings of well being and perceived energy level.
Studies also suggest exercise can be effective in regulating appetite.
However, the challenge is to incorporate exercise into other life-long habits. Positive health benefits. Focusing on positive health benefits such as an ability to walk further without being winded increases the chances of successful long-term weight management. Eating smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day helps maintain blood sugar levels and avoids feelings of starvation, which can lead to bingeing. Those who make gradual changes in diet and exercise are more likely to successfully manage their weight in the long run, than those who make dramatic changes at once are.