How to Assess Yourself Before Beginning a Weight Loss Plan
Before considering a weight loss plan, examine your weight history and lifestyle. This information will help you determine what changes need to be made in order to attain your weight loss goals.
Instructions
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Assess your eating habits. Do you skip meals? Eat on the run? Snack when you're not hungry?
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Notice what triggers your tendency to overeat. Do you eat out of boredom? Was there a traumatic event in your life?
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Consider your activity level. Do you take the elevator when you could walk? Is your TV set an unrelenting distraction in your home?
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Make a list of risky behaviors you exhibit that can contribute to weight gain. Smoking, alcohol consumption, poor eating habits and a lack of exercise all fit the bill.
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Recall diets that you've experienced in the past and list the best features of each one. You can incorporate these into your new weight loss plan.
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Set realistic goals - consider your genetic background, environmental factors and metabolism.
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Use the above to deal with the roots of your weight problem, break bad habits in your lifestyle and/or introduce good ones.
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Tips & Warnings
Consult a medical professional before beginning a weight loss plan. In addition to considering the above factors, a health care professional can incorporate information such as blood pressure and blood tests to make diet recommendations.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact a physician or other health care professional before engaging in any activity related to health and diet. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.
