Positive Peer Pressure Through Weight Loss Support

Trying to loose weight can be difficult and the more support you get in this effort, the better chance you have of meeting your weight loss goal.

Fortunately, there is plenty of weight loss support out there to choose from. What will work for you will depend on your own individual personality and preferences.

Some people like individual counseling while others like the camaraderie of a weight-loss support group. Internet savvy individuals may get support online or some may enlist the support of family and friends.

Shrink social circles that expand your hips

The best support should be your family and friends. Unfortunately, those closest to us may actually sabotage our weight loss efforts.

Husbands or wives may feel their spouse's recent weight loss efforts to be a threat to the relationship. The other spouse may encourage you to share late night snacks or fattening treats.

If you are a parent, you may feel like you have to cook two different meals, one for you and one for the kids. Parents who are already time-crunched may find this task daunting. Friends may take offense if you refuse that piece of cake that they made.

Have a talk with your family and friends when you start a diet asking for their support. Emphasize how your weight loss will benefit them. For example, you can tell your kids how you will have more energy to play with them when you lose the weight.

One-on-one support provides privacy

If you do not find support in family and friends, individual counseling is available. Weight-loss centers such as Jenny Craig, L.A. Weight Loss and NutraSystem offer individual counseling for a fee or for the purchase of their weight-loss food. Individual attention and discreet sessions are ideal for shy people.

Public displays of obesity

Those who would prefer the camaraderie of a like-minded weight-loss support group may want to check out Weight Watchers or T.O.P.S. (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly). You can usually find a local group by checking the local newspaper or finding one on the Internet. However, the downside to many group support groups is the fact that you may have to weight yourself in front of other people. It may keep you accountable but it could also make you feel uneasy.

Lose weight without leaving your desk

Internet savvy individuals have even more choices than ever for weight loss support. You can utilize search engines to find weight-loss support Web sites such as Ediets.

While the online support groups allow you to be completely anonymous, they can't replace the support of family and friends. Also, make sure you step away from your desk and exercise outside when weather permits. Have a few exercise DVDs ready to use on rainy days or if you don't have time to drive to the gym.

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