Weight Loss - A Balanced and Sensible Approach, Part II

Tips for Weight Management

Physical activity (exercise) is a huge factor. It has been estimated that a third of Americans do not get enough exercise. And I think that is being conservative. Here are some suggestions that can make a real difference:

• Set up a piece of exercise equipment right in front of the TV so that when that show comes on that you just do not want to miss you will be doing productive exercise at the same time.
• Many of us make short trips in our cars to the store, to rent a movie, to get gas for the lawn mower, etc. Many of these are less than a mile. Why not ride a bicycle, walk or even better yet jog to your destination? Consider the following comparison when driving a mile (round trip) or taking a brisk walk. To drive this distance could easily take 2-4 minutes each way for a total of 4-8 minutes. Most people can walk a mile (briskly) in between 15-20 minutes. So you have spent 11-12 additional minutes (not that much time). You have put in some good exercise, that would not have happened had you taken the car. A small sacrifice for a greater gain!
• Many people work in a multi-story building. How about taking the steps instead of the elevator? Step climbing is a great exercise!

It is recommended that we get 30 minutes of moderate exercise per day. It doesn't have to be a formal workout routine at a gym that you need to pay money to use. In my opinion that is a great disservice that the workout facility has done to America. Some Americans may actually believe the advertisements that imply "you need to come to XXX gym to get a get a good workout".Although exercise equipment and the camaraderie of pursuing the same goals as others can help, it is not necessary. Everyone can get a good, thorough exercise without belonging to a gym and having expensive equipment.

There are natural weight loss products that can assist too, and some have demonstrated very good results. They should be treated as a secondary, not a primary agent. The two primary agents have got to be diet and exercise. This is the way it has always been. There are no "magic bullets" for weight loss. Losing weight and keeping the pound off, like most good things, is not an easy task for many people. But it can be done. And in my opinion, once the pounds start to drop off, once you start to realize that you are making accomplishments, you will be motivated to do more and better. Once it gets started it will be much easier to continue. Good habits become like "the train rolling down hill". The key is to get started.

Visit the Feeling Outstanding Health and Fitness page for some great ideas and exercise products. An alternative approach for health.

Tom Thorne

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