Ask an Expert: How Can I Stay Motivated?

By Mindy Hermann, R.D.

From ChangeOne.com

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"I have more than 100 pounds to lose. With my goal weight so far away, how can I stay motivated?"

Set smaller, achievable goals for yourself. Losing just five or 10 percent of your body weight can improve your health and help you feel better. So if you weigh, say, 250 pounds, your first goal can be to lose 12 pounds (about five percent). Once you reach that goal, stay there for a few months to let your body stabilize. Then go for the next goal.