What’s All the Fuss About Weight?

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Trying to control weight, control implies that the degree to which something can be manipulated or maintained is directly related to one’s efforts or abilities. Inability to control something suggests failure. Don’t try to control weight but instead try to influence it. Reaching goal weight is not an endpoint but must be a lifelong process. Short-term weight loss gives one a false sense of security. You cannot control your weight, you can only control your behavior. The development of good dietary and exercise habits are critical to lifelong success.

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