The 100 best weight-loss tips of all time
MOTIVATION
66. Get 20 minutes of sunlight every day to maintain a vitamin D sufficiency, which can affect your weight, or ask your GP about available supplements.
- Ginni Mansberg, general practitioner
67. Need a quick boost? Visualise yourself in a beautiful target weight dress to stay motivated.
- Lindsay Tighe, life coach
68. Use the ‘anchoring’ technique for reinforcement of your healthy goals. Maybe it’s an object you can carry, wear and touch like a locket; a word you can say to yourself like ‘courage’ or ‘success’; a picture in your mind’s eye; or a gesture such as tugging your ear or tapping your belt.
- Emma Stirling, nutrition editor
69.Weight Watchers research suggests that women seem to value emotional and unsolicited support, whereas men are more appreciative of physical support.
- Karen Miller-Kovach,Weight Watchers
70. Forget the all-or-nothing approach – sustainable gradual changes are best. Quick fixes almost always backfire.
- Judy Davie, food coach
71. Lose weight only for yourself, not for an event, because once that event has passed it’s really very difficult to stay motivated.
- Danielle Ritchie-Halligan, Weight Watchers Leader
72.Don’t focus purely on the scales when trying to slim down. More exercise means you may have increased muscle mass. The proportion of fat and muscle in your body is what’s important, not just the total weight of your body.
- Jeff Walkley, associate professor of medical science
73. Nurture yourself and aim to improve health rather than just losing weight. Have a massage, pedicure or facial.
- Dr Lauren Williams, professor nutrition & dietetics
74. Don’t talk yourself into failing by telling yourself you hate the gym. Tell yourself about the variety of foods you can have. Make it exciting, something to enjoy.
- Dr Vivienne Lewis, psychologist
75. Act on any weight gain that’s one kilo or more.
- Dr Lauren Williams, senior lecturer of nutrition and dietetics
76. Get enough sleep: failure to do so has been linked with weight gain, according to University of Chicago research.
77. No matter what age you are, it’s never too late to take control of your life.
- Caitlin Reid, dietitian & exercise physiologist
78. Don’t over-analyse things. You really can think about something for far too long and totally over-complicate it.
- Melinda Gainsford-Taylor, Olympic athlete & Weight Watchers ambassador
79. Lack of sleep produces the hormone ghrelin, an appetite booster. Aim for a minimum of seven hours per night.
- Ginni Mansberg, general practitioner
80. People who embark on a weight-loss journey with a partner are 37% more likely to stick with it than those who go it alone, according to a recent study from Indiana University in the US.
81. Put yourself first when it comes to losing weight. You’re not being selfish, rather selfless – you’ll become the best person you can be.
- Toni Fellows, Leader
82. According to the US National Weight Control Registry, 62% of people who successfully keep weight off watch less than 10 hours of TV a week, 75% weigh themselves at least weekly and 78% eat breakfast every single day.
83. Streamline your living space by throwing away any junk and your mind will feel less cluttered, too.
- Meredith Fuller, psychologist
84. You don’t have to be faced by a life or death situation before you decide to make some changes. Dig deep and take a risk.
- Lisa Phillips, life coach
85. If you know you need to lose weight, don’t let people’s comments derail your goal.
- Rebecca Ponsioen, PE teacher, lost 6kg
86. Your mind can be your best friend or your worst enemy. Be persistent, remember it’s not a race and don’t compare. This is your journey.
- Ann Mennen, psychiatric nurse & 2008 Australian Slimmer of the Year, lost 37.5kg
87. I allow myself to indulge in takeaway every Thursday night. Knowing the treat will come around next week really helps.
- Courtney Czisz, Slimmer, lost 14kg
88. Struggling for inspiration? Look at Slimmers’ before and after shots on the Weight Watchers website for inspiration.
89. Being busy and tired shouldn’t stop you reaching your goal. Decide on one small change and start today.
- Bev Carter, life performance coach
90. Stress levels soar when your routine falls out of balance. To manage stress and regain control, re-establish a schedule including activities you enjoy, exercise, healthy eating & mindfulness.
91. Buying running shoes? Talk to a podiatrist for the best fit.
- Joel Urban, podiatrist
92. If people around you try to undermine your goals, it’s their issue, not yours. Refuse to engage them on the topic so you can remain single-minded about achieving your Goal.
93. Stay positive and know that when you do something good for yourself, you’ll definitely make yourself feel better.
- Paul James, personal trainer
94. Weight loss really is a product of your mental state. Get your head in good shape with a positive mindset and your body will follow suit.
- Craig Harper, exercise scientist
95. Don’t dramatise a situation. If you think you’ve blown it, don’t give up – move on.
- Bronwyn Robertson, 2009 HLA winner
96. A healthy lifestyle is a marathon, not a sprint.
- Judy Davie, food coach
97. Projection is a great way to stay on track. Keep in mind how you’ll feel running up stairs without being out of breath.
- Alex McClelland, dietitian
98. Have specific but short-term goals and write them down. I always did this with my coach and it really helped me.
- Melinda Gainsford-Taylor, Olympic athlete & Weight Watchers ambassador
99. Don’t accept anything less than the best but be kind to yourself on your journey.
- Allison Robinson, Slimmer, lost 5.8kg
100. Reward yourself with cash, a facial or a weekend away. Research shows you’ll be 40% more likely to achieve goals than those with no monetary reward.
66. Get 20 minutes of sunlight every day to maintain a vitamin D sufficiency, which can affect your weight, or ask your GP about available supplements.
- Ginni Mansberg, general practitioner
67. Need a quick boost? Visualise yourself in a beautiful target weight dress to stay motivated.
- Lindsay Tighe, life coach
68. Use the ‘anchoring’ technique for reinforcement of your healthy goals. Maybe it’s an object you can carry, wear and touch like a locket; a word you can say to yourself like ‘courage’ or ‘success’; a picture in your mind’s eye; or a gesture such as tugging your ear or tapping your belt.
- Emma Stirling, nutrition editor
69.Weight Watchers research suggests that women seem to value emotional and unsolicited support, whereas men are more appreciative of physical support.
- Karen Miller-Kovach,Weight Watchers
70. Forget the all-or-nothing approach – sustainable gradual changes are best. Quick fixes almost always backfire.
- Judy Davie, food coach
71. Lose weight only for yourself, not for an event, because once that event has passed it’s really very difficult to stay motivated.
- Danielle Ritchie-Halligan, Weight Watchers Leader
72.Don’t focus purely on the scales when trying to slim down. More exercise means you may have increased muscle mass. The proportion of fat and muscle in your body is what’s important, not just the total weight of your body.
- Jeff Walkley, associate professor of medical science
73. Nurture yourself and aim to improve health rather than just losing weight. Have a massage, pedicure or facial.
- Dr Lauren Williams, professor nutrition & dietetics
74. Don’t talk yourself into failing by telling yourself you hate the gym. Tell yourself about the variety of foods you can have. Make it exciting, something to enjoy.
- Dr Vivienne Lewis, psychologist
75. Act on any weight gain that’s one kilo or more.
- Dr Lauren Williams, senior lecturer of nutrition and dietetics
76. Get enough sleep: failure to do so has been linked with weight gain, according to University of Chicago research.
77. No matter what age you are, it’s never too late to take control of your life.
- Caitlin Reid, dietitian & exercise physiologist
78. Don’t over-analyse things. You really can think about something for far too long and totally over-complicate it.
- Melinda Gainsford-Taylor, Olympic athlete & Weight Watchers ambassador
79. Lack of sleep produces the hormone ghrelin, an appetite booster. Aim for a minimum of seven hours per night.
- Ginni Mansberg, general practitioner
80. People who embark on a weight-loss journey with a partner are 37% more likely to stick with it than those who go it alone, according to a recent study from Indiana University in the US.
81. Put yourself first when it comes to losing weight. You’re not being selfish, rather selfless – you’ll become the best person you can be.
- Toni Fellows, Leader
82. According to the US National Weight Control Registry, 62% of people who successfully keep weight off watch less than 10 hours of TV a week, 75% weigh themselves at least weekly and 78% eat breakfast every single day.
83. Streamline your living space by throwing away any junk and your mind will feel less cluttered, too.
- Meredith Fuller, psychologist
84. You don’t have to be faced by a life or death situation before you decide to make some changes. Dig deep and take a risk.
- Lisa Phillips, life coach
85. If you know you need to lose weight, don’t let people’s comments derail your goal.
- Rebecca Ponsioen, PE teacher, lost 6kg
86. Your mind can be your best friend or your worst enemy. Be persistent, remember it’s not a race and don’t compare. This is your journey.
- Ann Mennen, psychiatric nurse & 2008 Australian Slimmer of the Year, lost 37.5kg
87. I allow myself to indulge in takeaway every Thursday night. Knowing the treat will come around next week really helps.
- Courtney Czisz, Slimmer, lost 14kg
88. Struggling for inspiration? Look at Slimmers’ before and after shots on the Weight Watchers website for inspiration.
89. Being busy and tired shouldn’t stop you reaching your goal. Decide on one small change and start today.
- Bev Carter, life performance coach
90. Stress levels soar when your routine falls out of balance. To manage stress and regain control, re-establish a schedule including activities you enjoy, exercise, healthy eating & mindfulness.
91. Buying running shoes? Talk to a podiatrist for the best fit.
- Joel Urban, podiatrist
92. If people around you try to undermine your goals, it’s their issue, not yours. Refuse to engage them on the topic so you can remain single-minded about achieving your Goal.
93. Stay positive and know that when you do something good for yourself, you’ll definitely make yourself feel better.
- Paul James, personal trainer
94. Weight loss really is a product of your mental state. Get your head in good shape with a positive mindset and your body will follow suit.
- Craig Harper, exercise scientist
95. Don’t dramatise a situation. If you think you’ve blown it, don’t give up – move on.
- Bronwyn Robertson, 2009 HLA winner
96. A healthy lifestyle is a marathon, not a sprint.
- Judy Davie, food coach
97. Projection is a great way to stay on track. Keep in mind how you’ll feel running up stairs without being out of breath.
- Alex McClelland, dietitian
98. Have specific but short-term goals and write them down. I always did this with my coach and it really helped me.
- Melinda Gainsford-Taylor, Olympic athlete & Weight Watchers ambassador
99. Don’t accept anything less than the best but be kind to yourself on your journey.
- Allison Robinson, Slimmer, lost 5.8kg
100. Reward yourself with cash, a facial or a weekend away. Research shows you’ll be 40% more likely to achieve goals than those with no monetary reward.
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