Motivation

Motivation Tip 1: Lose a little - it helps a lot 

Losing just 5 percent to 10 percent of your body weight can have long-lasting health benefits. We show why.

Motivation Tip 2: Best tips to lose weight

Researchers reveal the top four constants that ensure weight loss.

Motivation Tip 3: Have fun and shape up

Who said losing weight needs to be boring! No so. Here are three fantastic calorie consuming activities that are most enjoyable in the cooler seasons, but somewhat impractical for most people in the height of winter and summer months.

Motivation Tip 4: What's your healthy weight?

How do you determine a healthy weight?  We show you how.

Motivation Tip 5: Tummy fat is serious business

Tummy fat. Some of us have it, others don't. Is there anything special about a big belly compared to a large bottom?  Research has discovered it seems that gauging your heart attack risk depends on where your fat is, rather that how much fat you have.

Motivation Tip 6: New year, new you resolution

The most popular New Year's resolution is to find a new job. The second, to get into shape! So, if you're starting out the new year with a commitment to lose weight or establish an exercise routine that sticks, good for you! Use the momentum of a fresh start to make things seem easier.

Motivation Tip 7: Count colours not calories to lose weight

If you need to drop and few kilos and don’t know where to get started, stop counting calories and start counting colours. When it comes to losing weight, make sure your plate is piled high with a range of colourful fruit and vegetables. Read on to see why.

Motivation Tip 8: Weight loss keys for 40-something women

Weight loss is not the same at different life stages. The 40-plus woman may need to understand how her metabolism is changing and the impact on weight loss planning.

Motivation Tip 9: Journaling and weight loss

Whether it be your personal blog or pen & paper journaling, writing can reinforce your decision to lose weight and actually make it easier to stick to your programme. 

Motivation Tip 10: Self esteem and weight loss

Are you a 'look-and-lose' dieter? Have you studied every diet ever created, read a zillion diet books, and yet are still unhappy with your weight?  If so, you may not realise your thoughts are key to your happiness and success.