These can provide a nudge, but for true success the motivation has to be very strong. Ask yourself some of these questions to see if this is the right time for you. If you answered yes to two or more of these questions, the time may not be right to start dieting. You must recognize that many conditions will change, so that even if you are not ready at this time, the right time could arise in the near future. Let' s face it.
Weight loss is tough.
If you begin a program to control your weight when your motivation is high, your chances of succeeding are even better. What's more, success requires a long-term commitment and the ability to change many of your attitudes toward food and exercise. The UPMC Weight Management Center provides nutritional guidance, lifestyle counseling and professional support to help patients manage their weight more effectively. We understand that you have to do the work. We simply give you the tools to succeed.