Setting Weight Loss Goals
There are lots of reasons
for people who are overweight or obese to lose
weight. To be healthier. To look better. To
feel better. To have more energy.
No matter what the reason, successful weight loss
and healthy weight management depend on sensible
goals and expectations.
If you set
sensible goals for yourself, chances are you'll be
more likely to meet them and have a better chance
of keeping the weight off.
In fact, losing even
five to 10 percent of your weight is the kind of
goal that can help improve your health.
Most overweight
people should lose weight
gradually. For safe and healthy weight loss,
try not to exceed a rate of two pounds per week.
Low-Fat
diets, Long Term Failure. Or so say the Women's
Health Initiative. |
