Make a Commitment to Lose Weight

Often, making a commitment to lose weight can be quite a challenging process. Many 
people resolve to lose the extra weight that is bringing them down. However, it can be 
easy to get off-track and lose your motivation before you have really even begun. This 
can lead to a cycle of yo-yo dieting, which can be very discouraging and can make you 
feel like you will never accomplish your goals. The following information will provide a 
closer look at beneficial tips for making a commitment and sticking with it in order to 
finally make progress: 

 
Understand the Reasons You Turn to Food
 
Often, overeating is caused by a deeper underlying issue. Some people eat out of 
boredom and others may eat due to sadness. Food can be very comforting and can 
help to take your mind off of certain issues. However, if you find that you are using food 
as a tool to cope with the stresses of your life, it may be time to break the cycle. There 
are likely other more positive ways you can begin to fill any voids you may have.  

 
Find Alternative Coping Mechanisms
 
Once you have identified the cause of your overeating, you need to begin to address 
this issue and find better coping mechanisms. If you are eating out of boredom, you 
may want to consider taking up a new hobby that will bring more enjoyment into your 
life. For example, you may want to learn to play a new instrument or try a new sport. 
This will help to take your mind off of eating and will allow you to focus your energy on 
something else. 

 
Hold Yourself Accountable
 
Once you have made the commitment to finally lose the extra weight that is bothering 
you, you need to hold yourself accountable for your decisions. It might be helpful to 
track your progress, creative short term and long term goals, and keep a food journal. 
Monitoring the progress you made can help to keep you motivated and more on track in 
the long run.  
 
Overall, understanding why you are overeating, finding new hobbies and activities to 
cheer you up and distract you, and holding yourself accountable for the decisions you 
make each day can make a huge difference regarding the amount of progress you are 
able to make. It is important to create sustainable and realistic goals for yourself and to 
stick to your commitments. If you are able to stay positive and realistic about your goals, 
it will make them easier to attain.
