10 "DUH!" Weight Loss Tips

The FitWatch Weight Loss philosophy is really quite simple: Get the Data. Get the Knowledge. Get Fit. FitWatch believes that knowledge is power when it comes to weight loss. Ignorance will just sabotage your weight loss, so try these tips to help on your weight loss journey!

Tip #1 - Know Thyself

You can't get somewhere unless you know where you are right now! Get your weight loss starting point by visiting your doctor for a complete analysis of your health.

Tip #2 - Change Your Attitude

Changing your attitude to can go a long way for permanent weight loss. There are no quick fixes when it comes to weight loss! Commitment and hard work are what's needed.

Tip #3 - Stabilize Yourself

Have you gained weight and feel overwhelmed at the thought of losing weight? At the minimum, start maintaining your weight and stop the weight gain. Use the FitWatch Nutritional Profile and Exercise Profile for estimated numbers on how much you should eat to maintain your weight. Remember, these are estimates!

Tip #4 - Don't Guess

To help your weight loss, you need to know how much you eat. Tracking calories can be a real eye-opener! Use the FitWatch Free Fitness Tracker to track calories.

Tip #5 - Start Exercising

Exercise will speed up weight loss and get your muscles growing. Even if you only last 5 minutes, do it! Start off small and work your way up!

Tip #6 - Learn About Nutrition

For safe weight loss, it's not just about calories. You need to eat nutritious food. FitWatch's Vitamin and Mineral page is an overview of important nutrients. You can then look through the FitWatch Online Calorie Counter and see how your favorite foods stack up!

Tip #7 - Put Yourself First

If you're serious about weight loss, then weight loss must be a priority. Unless there's an emergency, things (and people) can wait half an hour if you're heading out for a walk.

Tip #8 - Don't Starve

When it comes to weight loss, if you're hungry, eat! But don't overeat, and eat nutritious snacks. Starving is one sure way to sabotage your weight loss.

Tip #9 - Go Easy on Yourself

We all have bad days! Stop whatever you're doing, pat yourself on the back for stopping when you did, and make better weight loss choices tomorrow.

Tip #10 - Keep At It

Fitness is a lifelong commitment! You can't just lose weight and return to old eating habits. Permanent weight loss means permanent changes in your life, so make sure all the changes you make are ones you can live with. Weight loss -- it's your choice!