tash of these items at work so that you can snack on them instead of the readily available donuts, bagels and pastries that have a moment on your lips but stay an eternity on your hips.
Assemble an Entourage
Don’t keep your goal a secret. By sharing your goals with your friends and family, you may find support and may be more dedicated to reaching them. And maybe you'll even find a weight-loss buddy among your peers. Having a partner is a great way to stay motivated and share ideas. For example, instead of sitting down on the couch after a meal, the two of you may be more likely to take a walk.
Take time to celebrate your achievements. For every five pounds you lose, treat yourself to something special like a new hairstyle, a piece of jewelry, electronic gadget or a mini-vacation. In addition to enjoying the benefits of being healthy, creating a secondary reward system will give you something to look forward to and can be the icing on the cake, figuratively.
Updated: Jan 02, 2013